Spring has sprung and asparagus is in the air. If you’re in need of a quick and easy side dish recipe, look no further than this simple Oven-Roasted Asparagus. All you need are some fresh vegetables, some oil, some seasoning, and an oven.
Oven Roasted Asparagus Ingredients:
- Asparagus– the thickness of the asparagus is up to you, just adjust your cooking time accordingly.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Seasonings- salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Topping Suggestions:
- ‘As-is’- simple with just the olive oil and seasoning to let the simple flavors shine.
- Melted Butter & Minced Garlic
- Caesar Style- Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Balsamic Vinegar & Goat Cheese
How to Make Oven-Roasted Asparagus:
- Prep– Preheat oven to 425F. Rinse asparagus to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a paper towel and trim off the woody, tough ends. You can do this with a knife or by bending the asparagus until it snaps.
- Season & Bake–
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Drizzle asparagus with olive oil and seasonings, toss until each spear is full coated.
- Add asparagus to baking sheet in a single even layer. Add pan to oven and roast for 11-15 minutes.
- The cook time will depend on the thickness of your vegetables. Poke asparagus with a fork to check for doneness. It should be tender but hold it’s shape.
- Serve asparagus immediately as is or with your favorite toppings (See serving suggestions above).
Tips:
- Try out different seasonings! Sometimes I roast asparagus with a bit of Cajun seasoning or Cavenders Greek Seasoning (that stuff is good on everything).
- Would rather use the grill? No problem! For this you’ll want to choose thicker asparagus. Preheat grill to medium and toss asparagus in oil & seasoning. Add asparagus to grill perpendicular to the grating. Close lid and grill, turning occasionally for 6-10 minutes.
More Side Dish Recipes You Will Love:
- Grilled Sweet Pepper Panzanella with Whipped Feta
- Honey Balsamic Pan-Fried Red Cabbage
- Easy Cheese Stuffed Garlic-Butter Crescent Rolls
- Roasted Broccoli, Butternut Squash & White Bean Salad
- White Bean & Couscous Tabbouleh Salad
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Oven-Roasted Asparagus
A quick and easy side dish recipe full of spring flavor, Oven-Roasted Asparagus. All you need is fresh asparagus, some oil, and some seasoning.
Equipment
- Sheet Pan
- Aluminum Foil
- Knife & Cutting Board (Optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 2-3 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
- 1/8-1/4 tsp garlic powder Optional
Instructions
- Prep- Preheat oven to 425F. Rinse asparagus, pat dry, and trim off the woody tough ends. You can do this with a knife or by bending the asparagus until it snaps.
- Season & Bake- line a baking sheet with foil. Drizzle asparagus with olive oil and seasonings, toss to combine. Add asparagus to baking sheet in a single even layer. Add pan to oven and roast for 11-15 minutes. The cook time will depend on the thickness of your vegetables. Poke asparagus with a fork to check for doneness. It should be tender but hold it’s shape.
- Serve asparagus immediately as is or with your favorite toppings.
Notes
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