Balsamic Roasted Asparagus
Balsamic roasted asparagus is an easy way to elevate a simple vegetable. The balsamic adds a sweet and tangy depth of flavor while the high heat creates perfectly tender, lightly crisp spears.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 46kcal
Equipment
- oven
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus (10-12 oz)
- ½ Tablespoon canola oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic or 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1-2 Tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar or glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425° F.
- To make a balsamic glaze, simmer ¼ cup balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until reduced by half and it coats the back of a spoon, ~5-7 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to remove from heat.
- Wash and dry asparagus. Trim or snap off the woody ends. Place asparagus in a bunch on a baking sheet.
- Combine oil with salt, pepper, and garlic in a small bowl. Drizzle over asparagus and toss to coat. Then spread asparagus in a single layer on baking sheet.
- Roast until tender and tips are lightly browned. Size varies a lot, so cooktime will vary depending on thickness! Plan on 5-7 minutes for thin spears and up to 12 for large.
- Once done, remove from oven and drizzle with aged balsamic vinegar or glaze to taste. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 851IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg