Easy Roasted Asparagus

I am so happy Spring is here.  I love all the spring fruits and veggies.  I picked up some asparagus the other day and I knew I wanted to roast them.  This Easy Roasted Asparagus is so easy and fool proof!  I promise you will love it.  This roasted asparagus recipe is very similar to my Easy Roasted Broccoli and my Honey Balsamic Brussel Sprouts.

I don’t know about you, but I don’t like my asparagus to be completely soft.  I like a little crunch still left to it.  That is why I only roasted mine for 10 minutes.  If you like a softer asparagus, feel free to keep it in the oven longer.

Easy Roasted Asparagus

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Prep Time 5 min Cook Time 15 min Serves 2-3 servings     adjust servings

A super simple recipe you will love!

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus
• 1 garlic clove minced
• 2 T oil (I used grapeseed oil)
• 2 T raw honey or maple syrup (for strict vegans)
• 1 T balsamic vinegar
• salt to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Wash the asparagus well and remove the ends. (I save the ends for making vegetable broth )
3. Mix all the ingredients, except the asparagus, in a small bowl.
4. Place the asparagus onto a lined baking sheet .
5. Using a silicone brush , brush the dressing onto the asparagus.
6. Pour any remaining liquid onto the asparagus as well.
7. Roast in the oven for about 10-15 minutes. (or longer if you prefer)

by Melissa King

Recipe Notes

As a stated above, feel free to cook it longer if you like. I just like my asparagus to have a little crunch left. Enjoy!