Asparagus Season is Here
Simply roasted asparagus with salt and black pepper is one of the easiest and most versatile vegetables that goes from the simplest of meals to the most elaborate.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 77kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus (454 grams)
- 3 tablespoons olive or canola oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Set aside.
- Rinse the asparagus in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place in the prepared pan.
- Pour the oil over the spears and make sure every stalk is oiled, top to bottom. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until bright green and tender crisp. Pencil thin will take less time, jumbo more time.
- Serve immediately or use as desired.
- Leftover asparagus can be stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 6servings | Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 572IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg
