Italian-Style Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus fresh
• 1 tablespoon chives fresh chopped
• 1 tablespoon parsley dried fresh chopped
• 0.3 cup dressing fat-free italian
• 1 cup plum tomatoes finely chopped ( 2 large)

Equipment

• knife
• peeler
• steamer basket

Directions

1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus spears.
2. Remove scales from spears with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired. Arrange asparagus in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 4 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
3. Place asparagus in a shallow dish; add tomato and remaining ingredients, and toss gently.
4. Serve immediately, or cover and chill thoroughly.