Roasted Asparagus Recipe
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Roasted Asparagus Recipe
Description
This Roasted Asparagus Recipe starts with fresh asparagus trimmed to remove the tough ends. The spears are spread on a parchment-lined sheet tray and coated with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Roasting takes place in a very hot oven at 425°F for 10 to 12 minutes, enough to cook the asparagus through while leaving a pleasing bite. Adjust cooking times for thinner spears to avoid overcooking.
The high-heat roasting slightly browns and crisps the asparagus tips and edges, creating a nice texture contrast with the tender stalks. The simple seasoning allows the bright, grassy flavor of asparagus to shine without being masked.
Serve the roasted asparagus immediately to maintain its texture. Leftover asparagus can be stored refrigerated for up to four days but does not freeze well. For reheating, briefly bake at 350°F to warm without making it mushy.
Ingredients
- 1 asparagus bunch trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°.
- Trim the ends of the asparagus up by about 1” to 1 1/2”.
- Spread the asparagus out on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper.
- Coat with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven at 425° for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender but still slightly crunchy. Serve.
Notes
- Serve roasted asparagus immediately after cooking to enjoy its crisp-tender texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days; avoid freezing as texture degrades.
- Reheat by baking at 350°F for 4 to 6 minutes on a parchment-lined tray until hot.
- For thin asparagus, reduce roasting time to 7-9 minutes to prevent overcooking.
- Place the oven rack in the center position for even roasting.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 63 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 63kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.2g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 8mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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