Description
A delightful dish featuring roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes topped with melted Parmesan, perfect for a healthy side or a light main.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb asparagus
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Optional: a dash of garlic powder or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the asparagus by snapping off woody ends.
- Place the asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus and cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
- Pop the baking sheet into the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top and return to the oven for 2-5 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the roasted veggies before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using a variety of spices like rosemary or thyme. Make sure to use thin, firm stalks of asparagus for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg