Roasted Asparagus

Gluten Free
Health score
46%
Roasted Asparagus
45 min.
4
301kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that not only tastes amazing but is also gluten-free? Look no further than our Roasted Asparagus recipe! This dish features tender asparagus spears that are roasted to perfection, providing a wonderful balance of flavors and textures that will elevate any meal. With the vibrant green color and elegant presentation, roasted asparagus is the perfect choice for both casual dinners and special occasions.

The preparation is incredibly simple, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. As you roast the asparagus, the natural sweetness of the vegetable develops, and when paired with a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar, it creates a delicious contrast that keeps you coming back for more. You'll also love how easily this dish can be customized; feel free to add your favorite seasonings or even a sprinkle of nuts for an added crunch!

This recipe serves four, making it a perfect accompaniment for family gatherings or dinner parties. At only 301 calories per serving, you can indulge in this flavorful treat while keeping your health goals in check. So, preheat your oven and get ready to impress your guests with this delightful Roasted Asparagus that is sure to be a hit at your next meal!

Ingredients

  • servings aged balsamic vinegar 
  • pounds asparagus trimmed peeled
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • servings olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • servings parmesan for shaving

Equipment

  • oven
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange asparagusspears in a single layer on a large rimmedbaking sheet.
  2. Drizzle oil over asparagus andturn to coat. Season with salt and pepper.Roast, turning occasionally, until lightlybrowned and just tender, 18-20 minutes.
  3. Transfer asparagus to a platter. To serve,drizzle vinegar over hot asparagus and usea vegetable peeler to shave Parmesan overthe spears.

Nutrition Facts

Calories301kcal
Protein20.28%
Fat63.6%
Carbs16.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.25
Glycemic Load
2.93
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.647391277811%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
12.93mg
Kaempferol
3.15mg
Quercetin
31.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:301.05kcal
15.05%
Fat:22.02g
33.88%
Saturated Fat:6.95g
43.42%
Carbohydrates:12.55g
4.18%
Net Carbohydrates:7.77g
2.82%
Sugar:6.9g
7.66%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:489.12mg
21.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.8g
31.61%
Vitamin K:103.45µg
98.52%
Calcium:414.53mg
41.45%
Vitamin A:1949.43IU
38.99%
Phosphorus:329.33mg
32.93%
Vitamin E:4.65mg
30.97%
Folate:120.05µg
30.01%
Iron:5.3mg
29.46%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.68%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.41%
Copper:0.44mg
22.19%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.9%
Fiber:4.79g
19.15%
Selenium:11.97µg
17.1%
Vitamin C:12.7mg
15.39%
Potassium:505.12mg
14.43%
Zinc:2.06mg
13.76%
Magnesium:47.04mg
11.76%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.7%
Vitamin B3:2.3mg
11.5%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.59%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%
Source:Epicurious