Roasted Asparagus

Name: Roasted Asparagus
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Yield: 3 Cups

You only need 3 ingredients to make this tender asparagus dish. The perfect side to a variety of meals.

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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Makes: 3 Cups
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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

Submitted by ainsleybeck on Sun, 09/01/2024 - 11:07

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!

Submitted by Abbie on Fri, 01/26/2024 - 09:51

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.

Submitted by walscaro on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 19:39

This is such a tasty way to enjoy asparagus...and to celebrate spring!

Submitted by shara anslow on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 05:49

This is such a yummy way to eat asparagus, my favorite. And kids love asparagus roasted!