Asparagus Guacamole

Asparagus Guacamole- Elaina Poulsen1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

1/3 cup chopped onion

1 garlic clove

1/3 cup chopped seeded tomato

2 Tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise

1 Tablespoon lemon juice

2 tsp salt

3/4 tsp minced fresh cilantro or parsley

1/4 tsp chili powder

6 drops hot pepper sauce

Assorted raw vegetables and baked tortilla chips

Place 2 in. of water and asparagus in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain; place asparagus in a blender or food processor. Add onion and garlic; cover and process until smooth. In a bowl, combine tomato, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, cilantro, chili powder and hot pepper sauce. Stir in the asparagus mixture until blended. Serve with vegetables and chips. Refrigerate leftovers; stir before serving. Makes 2 cups.