Roasted Asparagus

Roasted Asparagus

Prep 5 minutes | Cook 10 minutes | Total 15 minutes
8 servings

Ingredients

  1. 2 pounds fresh asparagus
  2. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  3. black pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 500°
  1. Arrange a rack in the upper third of the oven.
  2. Line a shallow baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  3. Snap off the bottom ends of the asparagus.  Rinse the spears and place in a pile on the baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle oil on top and toss to coat.
  5. Arrange in an even layer on the baking sheet and season lightly with pepper.
  6. Roast the asparagus for 8-10 minutes or just until fork-tender. 
Try this fresh side with chicken cacciatore.


"This is a quick, nutritious side dish for any meal."

Nutrition Information

Calories: 40
Fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 0 mg
Carbohydrate: 4 g
Dietary fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g