Jana's Corner & One and Done Recipes

Roasting asparagus is incredibly simple and makes for a fantastic vegetable side dish. It’s quick to prepare and pairs well with many main dishes. Here’s a foolproof recipe to get perfectly roasted asparagus every time.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of asparagus
• Sea Salt
• Fresh ground pepper
• Avocado oil or olive oil spray

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prepare Baking Sheet:
   • Lightly spray a baking sheet with avocado oil or olive oil spray.
3. Trim Asparagus:
   • Rinse the asparagus and pat dry.
   • Cut 2-3 inches off the bottom of the asparagus stalks where the green color fades. You can also snap off with your fingers.
4. Season Asparagus:
   • Lay the trimmed asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
   • Spray or drizzle the asparagus with a light coating of olive oil.
   • Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5. Roast:
   • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
   • Roast for 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the asparagus and your preferred level of crispness. For a slightly crisper texture, remove them from the oven when they still have a bright green color.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the roasted asparagus immediately, while they are warm and tender.