Grilled Asparagus Spears
Recipe for Roasted Asparagus With a Kick
Take your asparagus game to the next level with this easy, roasted asparagus recipe. It's the perfect side dish to serve alongside fish or chicken, and it's just a breeze to toss in the oven. Here's a hint: Pair it with our simple salmon fillet recipe for a mouth-watering dinner!
This delectable dish made its grand entrance in our spring ingredients-inspired Photo Gallery of Recipes.
For a serving size of 4 to 6, you'll need:- 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed- 1 tablespoon olive oil- A generous pinch of kosher salt- Freshly cracked black pepper
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and arrange a rack in the upper third.
- Toss the asparagus spears with olive oil to evenly coat them, and spread them out on a baking sheet. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
- Roast the asparagus for 10 minutes, giving the pan a nice shake halfway through. Check for tenderness by sticking a knife into one of the spears. If it goes through without much resistance, it's done!
Feeling adventurous? Check out these alternative roasted asparagus recipes that'll add an extra oomph to your salmon fillet:
1. Zesty Lemon Dill Asparagus- Prep the asparagus: Toss it with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper, and roast at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.- Salmon Fillet: Season with lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper, and bake alongside the asparagus.- Serve: Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges.
2. Garlicky Parmesan Asparagus- Asparagus Prep: Toss with oil, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and roast at 400°F for 10-12 minutes.- Salmon Fillet: Season and brush with garlic butter before baking.- Serve: Dish out the salmon on top of the asparagus, and sprinkle extra parmesan cheese for good measure.
3. Mediterranean Aioli Asparagus- Asparagus: Roast it at 400°F for 10-12 minutes with oil, salt, and pepper.- Mediterranean Aioli: Mix garlic-infused aioli with lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley.- Salmon Fillet: Season with herbs like oregano and thyme, and bake.- Serve: Top the baked salmon with asparagus and a dollop of Mediterranean aioli.
4. Asparagus and Bacon- Asparagus: Roast it at 400°F for 10-12 minutes with oil, salt, and pepper.- Bacon: Cook until crispy.- Salmon Fillet: Season with lemon juice and pepper, and bake until cooked through.- Serve: Mix the roasted asparagus with your cooked bacon and serve alongside the salmon.
These out-of-the-box recipes bring distinct flavors that work beautifully with salmon fillet. Go ahead, choose one that tickles your taste buds!
- The Roasted Asparagus recipe is categorized under 'uncategorized' in our spring-themed Photo Gallery of Recipes.
- To elevate the nutritional profile of your Roasted Asparagus With a Kick, consider pairing it with artichokes for a more balanced meal.
- For a delightful twist, combine the Garlicky Parmesan Asparagus recipe with cooking Artichoke Hearts in garlic-infused oil for an Italian-inspired dish.
- To experiment with baking flavors, try adding crumbled goat cheese to the Zesty Lemon Dill Asparagus recipe or sprinkling it on the Mediterranean Aioli Asparagus before serving.
