Perfect Roasted Asparagus
Experience the simple elegance of Perfect Roasted Asparagus, where each spear is crisply tender and bursting with flavor. Ideal as a side dish or a healthy snack, this recipe brings out the best in a classic vegetable.
Ingredients
- 2 Bunches Asparagus
- 1 teaspoon Coarse Black Pepper
- 1 Clove Garlic Optional
- 1-2 tablespoon Cooking Oil Such as grapeseed
- Salt To Taste
- 1 Lemon Sliced Into Lemons
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 F. Remove the tough bottom third of asparagus stems, then place the heads into a bowl of ice water for 5-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast pepper in a sauté pan on medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Add oil and garlic, then sautée for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Pat asparagus dry and place onto a lined baking sheet. Pour pepper, oil and garlic mixture over asparagus and gently mix with your hands.
- Bake at 400 F for 15-20 minutes. When finished, the tips of the asparagus will be slightly crispy. Let cool for 5 minutes, then sprinkle lightly with salt and a spritz of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
For evenly cooked asparagus, line up the stalks and trim off the tough, woody ends. A quick way to find where to cut is by bending one spear until it snaps; it naturally breaks where the tender part starts and the tough part ends. Use this spear as a guide to trim the rest for perfectly prepped asparagus every time!
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 464mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1704IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 5mg
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