asparagus with tomatoes

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut in half
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
• 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 7 mins Ready Time: 12 mins


• place the asparagus in a large skillet and fill with about 1 inch of water. cover the pan and set over high heat. when the water comes to a boil, cook for 2 minutes or until the asparagus is bright green and almost tender.
• in a separate skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. add the garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. add the tomato to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute or until heated through. season with salt and pepper. add asparagus to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes, until hot.