Glazed Asparagus Spears
A delightful side dish featuring roasted asparagus glazed with balsamic vinegar and fresh herbs, celebrating the flavors of spring.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., thyme or parsley), chopped
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the asparagus ends and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Create the balsamic glaze by simmering the vinegar until it thickens.
- Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic, herbs, and salt.
- Roast for about 15-20 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Drizzle the balsamic reduction over the roasted asparagus and serve immediately.
Notes
For added flavor, lemon zest or red pepper flakes can be used. Best served fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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