So easy – so healthy! Asparagus is a great source of nutrients, fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and K.
A super easy, healthy yet elegant side dish!
I roast asparagus ALL the time. First, because I love lightly salted, roasted asparagus. It’s also effortlessly elegant assembled onto a simple, white rectangular serving tray. Sprinkle with chives & garnish with a fresh slice of lemon. This dish is SO easy to make! Just roast asparagus on a baking sheet and toss with a light, fresh lemon-y vinaigrette. Done!
Here’s why you’ll love it:
+ Asparagus is nutrient rich & helps with weight loss, improved digestion and lower blood pressure
Lemon-y Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients
- 2 bunches asparagus spears, washed, hard stems cut-off
- Cooking spray
Dressing Ingredients
- ¼ cup evoo
- 3 tbsp + 3 TB lemon juice
- 1 tsp chives
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425 degrees.
- Line a large baking sheet with tin foil (for easy clean up), spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Lay asparagus spears on the sheet in a single layer.
- Spray lightly, sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Roast asparagus for 12-15 minutes, or until tender.
Dressing
- In a small dish, whisk together all dressing ingredients.
Assemble
- When asparagus is roasted, remove from oven. While still on the baking sheet, drizzle over a little of the dressing, to taste. You may have leftover dressing, which isn’t a bad thing!
To serve
- Enjoy with grilled fish, chicken or steak!
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