This simple roasted asparagus recipe is a wonderful side dish with just about any meal, even this poached eggs breakfast! Give it a flavor boost by adding chopped garlic before baking, or dress it up just before serving with chopped fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon juice, a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, or some freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Tip: When choosing asparagus, select young asparagus with thin, tender stalks. Thick asparagus tends to have woody texture, but if that’s all you can find, consider peeling it with a vegetable peeler.
Roasted Asparagus
This easy roasted asparagus recipe is a great side to any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. fresh asparagus ends trimmed
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt or Himalayan salt
- 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 ° F.
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Place asparagus on large baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper.
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Bake, shaking pan occasionally, for 22 to 25 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 47
Total Fat: 2 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 98 mg
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugars: 3 g
Protein: 3 g
P90X/P90X2 Portions
1 Vegetable
P90X3 Portions
½ Carb
½ Fat
Body Beast Portions
1 ½ Vegetable
½ Fat
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1 Green
½ tsp.
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Rich Dafter is the founder of HowToBeFit.com, a lifelong runner, former ACE Certified Personal Trainer, BODi Coach since 2007, and Polar Athlete and Ambassador for 39 years. At 75, he continues to run, hike, strength train, and share practical strategies for healthy aging, fitness, and longevity. Learn more about Rich Dafter on the About page.
