Monday, April 18, 2011

Asparagus Guacamole

What if you went to Chipotle and asked for guacamole......




And instead of avocado guacamole you got.....asaparagus guacamole!!??



I made asparagus guacamole the other day for some friends and it was a HUGE HIT! Sorry I don't have pictures, but it looked a lot like regular guacamole just a bit more thin and watery. I only had a tiny taste because the onions and garlic called for in the recipe (not to mention the asparagus itself!) are not part of my low FODMAPs diet, but I had to taste to make sure it was ok before giving it to friends, of course..... Here is the recipe;


Asparagus Guacamole

Makes 4 large servings
(Source: AllRecipes.com)

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus
1/2 cup salsa (or green chilis)
1 T chopped cilantro
2 garlic cloves
4 green onions

Directions
  1. Place the asparagus in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes, until tender but firm. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
2. Place the asparagus, salsa, cilantro, garlic, and green onions in a food processor or blender, and process to desired consistency. Refrigerate 1 hour, or until chilled, before serving.


Nutrition Facts
(Serving size: 1/4 of the batch)

Of course there are some naysayers out there who will refuse to give up their guacamole for asparagus guacamole, but considering all that fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C (and folate), and the incredibly low calorie count, how could you refuse?! Perhaps if you're not one to try new things you could still add a nice succulent avocado to this recipe. After all, avocados are a great source of monounsaturated fats, and the asparagus/avocado guacamole would still be a healthier alternative to most guacamole out there.

QUESTION: Have you ever made guacamole with something other than avocados?

20 comments :

  1. I've made guacamole before with a combo of avocado and edamame-- it was yummy! This sounds like a great low-cal alternative to regulgar guac!

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  2. I've made mine w/ edamame before.

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  3. This sounds good! I've never gotten adventurous with guac...but I like the flavors so it makes sense to try asparagus! I'd probably ease into it with mixing the two first I think.

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  4. oh my goodness Gina! This is so perfect for me right now considering i am giving up some fats in my diet.....i am definitely gonna make this! have a great day!

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  5. This sounds super interesting...but was it as creamy as avocado?! :) I'm just kinda addicted to the real stuff...but it sounds like it was a hit!

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  6. Super interesting! I love this innovative idea. Avocados can be expensive too...but I've got asparagus for free in the garden.

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  7. Yum :) This sounds really good. I haven't ever made guac with anything other than avocado, but I do make tons of different flavors of hummus all of which I love so I'd definitely be willing to try it out!

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  8. I would never have thought to add asparagus to guacamole - that sounds delicious though.

    I've added edamame to guacamole - but that is it!

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  9. This looks fab, can't wait to try it. I'm also considering the edamame version!

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  10. what a fun substitution. i never would have thought of this!

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  11. Who woulda thought? Very interesting and I would try it! I can eat a whole avocado with a spoon pretty much, so I may have to add a teeny bit, but looks great! This could be a great way to reduce the calories of reg guac :)

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  12. I think guac made with asapargus is genius!!!

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  13. Hmm, this sounds FANTASTIC! A nice change from avocados!

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  14. i won't ever give up my guax for asparagas because asparagas makes me gas hahahahaha but this recipe looks so fun! i would like to make it some day though and see if i can fake it to some people

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  15. Love the sound of this have a pea guacamole recipe I've been wanting to try. So many guacamoles so little time.

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  16. Sounds so good. I really like asparagus and this is going into my "to make" file!

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  17. Everyone always posts the pea version as a sub and I make a pouty face because I'm allergic to them! I can not wait to try this!

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  18. Yum! As a guac and asparagus lover, this sounds right up my alley!

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  19. I am just curious why you consider the asparagus or asparagus/avocado hybrid versions "healthier" especially given your endorsement of avocados as an excellent source of nutrients? Why does lower fat and calories mean "healthier?" I am sorry - I am just confused (and, admittedly, a passionate defender of traditional guac - I love me some avocados!!!) Thanks!

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  20. Your guacamole sounds great! I've made guacamole with peas before. I'll definitely give this a try soon!

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