Crispy Roasted Asparagus
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Crispy Roasted Asparagus
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The key to roasting the perfect crispy asparagus? Roast at a high temperature, to make sure you get those tips nice and crispy and browned, broil at the end, and peel - don't snap off - the tough ends of the asparagus. This recipe is tossed with salt, pepper, and oil before roasting, with optional garlic powder, then optionally sprinkled with parmesan cheese and drizzled with balsamic glaze before serving.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. asparagus spears
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese optional
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F. (see note below about high temperature). For best results, place the top oven rack in the top ⅓ of your oven.
- To prepare the 1 lb. asparagus spears, after washing them, cut the very bottom of the end off so they are all evenly sized. Use a vegetable peeler to peel the outer layer off of the lower half of the asparagus, to remove the fibrous tough layer and to make them an even thickness.
- Place the prepared asparagus spears on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with about 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder, if using (or other spices/seasonings you prefer). Use your hands to make sure each asparagus spear is coated evenly in the oil and spices, then spread out so they aren't touching each other on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 10 minutes on the top rack. Turn the asparagus (using a spatula or tongs or just carefully shaking the pan a bit). Now, broil for another 3-5 minutes, or until asparagus is nice and browned on the outside. Keep an eye on them so they don't burn!
- Serve as is, or sprinkle with the 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese and drizzle with the 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (see notes for variations).
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Notes
- Roasting temperature: Because this asparagus is roasted at a high temperature to achieve crispy tips, and then broiled, be sure to keep an eye on them toward the end of cooking. You want them to be nice and browned, but not burnt. For a more hands-off approach, feel free to roast at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or so, skipping the broiling part all together. For best results, flip halfway through.
- Variations: feel free to season the asparagus how you like before roasting - add lemon zest, or other spices, or keep it simple with just oil, salt, and pepper. After roasting, you can eat as is, or top with other ingredients, such as a spicy mayo or homemade ranch dressing, fresh herbs, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Asparagus is best in the spring. For the most tasty result, use in-season asparagus (as a bonus, it's often less expensive when it's in season, too!).
- I don't recommend using parchment paper for most roasted veggies. Metal conducts heat better than parchment paper, so you will get a browner, crispier result putting the asparagus directly on the baking sheet. You can try foil if you want, though I always prefer just using the pan for roasted veggies. Plus, parchment paper is not broiler safe.
- I always recommend a Nordicware Half Baker's Sheet for the perfect rimmed baking sheet. These sheet pans are sturdy, can take a beating with any metal utensil or cleaning scrub, conduct heat beautifully (but don't retain it for long since it's aluminum, making them easier to handle after cooling for only a short time), and they don't warp with temperature changes.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
55kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
293mg
(12%)
Potassium
235mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
858IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 55 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 55kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 235mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 858IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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