You only need 3 ingredients to make this tender asparagus dish. The perfect side to a variety of meals.
Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients
3 pounds fresh asparagus spears
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
1 dash each of salt and black pepper
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Rinse asparagus spears and trim off tough ends. Leave whole or cut into shorter lengths.
- In a large bowl, toss spears with the oil, salt and pepper.
- Place spears in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Roast for 12 to 15 minutes or until the asparagus pieces are lightly browned. Thick spears will take a longer baking time.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Try adding more seasonings such as lemon zest or garlic powder.
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Comments
I tried this roasted asparagus recipe today and I liked it a lot! The roasting method is my preferred way of eating asparagus, and this recipe helped the spears come out perfectly. i definitely recommend using more seasoning, I used black pepper and paprika and I definitely think they could have used more flavor. I added some red pepper after roasting them and that helped to give more of a kick. Overall a quick and easy recipe that can pair with a variety of meals!
Delicious and simple. Roasting a great way to make a lot at once. Steaming or blanching can make asparagus limp and is easy to overcook. This kept them crisp. I enjoyed them both hot and cold. Leftovers can be added to salad.
This is such a tasty way to enjoy asparagus...and to celebrate spring!
This is such a yummy way to eat asparagus, my favorite. And kids love asparagus roasted!