Asparagus is a great choice for those following a low fat diet.Low in fat and with only 4 calories per average spear, dieters can indulge without fear of breaking their regime.

This recipe is a delicious early summer treat, which marries the saltiness of Parma ham with the sweetness of asparagus to great effect.The type of yoghurt used depends on how strict your low fat diet is.A mixture of Greek yoghurt and low fat natural yoghurt makes a delicious dressing!

Preparation and Cooking Time:10 minutes

You’ll need:
1lb/450g British asparagus
8 thin slices Parma ham without the fat
1 small bag mixed salad
4oz/110g natural yoghurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
A handful of chopped herbs (parsley, chervil, basil)

Method
1.Clean the asparagus and trim any white ends or peel with a vegetable peeler
2.Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for two minutes or until tender.Remove with a slotted spoon and plunge into cold water for a few minutes until cool
3.Divide the asparagus into four bundles and wrap two slices of Parma ham around each
4.Divide the salad leaves between four plates and place an asparagus bundle on each.
Mix the yoghurt, lemon juice and herbs together to make the dressing.Drizzle over the salad and serve