Asparagus Salsa

  • Posted this before the new servere changeover. It is good, just as a side with no chips, but pita might work.
    Asparagus Salsa
    [LEFT]
    1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 " pieces
    1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
    1/2 cup finely chopped onion
    1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
    1 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro
    1 garlic clove, minced or crushed
    1 tsp. wine vinegar, or other to taste
    1/4 tsp. salt
    Place asparagus in a large saucepan; add 1/2 " water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for two minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
    In a bowl, combing the asparagus, tomatoies, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic vinegar and salt. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, stirring several times.
    YIELD: 3 cups