Asparagus Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 3 cup(s) water
• 1/2 pound(s) fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 cup(s) grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup(s) minced fresh basil
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 3 tablespoon(s) lime juice
• 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) grated lime peel
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
• 1 French bread baguette (8 ounces), cut into 12 slices and toasted
• 1/2 cup(s) crumbled blue cheese

Preparation

1. • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the asparagus; cover and boil for 2-4 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
2. • In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes, basil, onions, lime juice, oil, garlic, lime peel, salt and pepper. Using a slotted spoon, spoon asparagus mixture onto bread. Sprinkle with blue cheese.