Description
A vibrant, healthy side dish featuring tender asparagus and blistered cherry tomatoes roasted with garlic and olive oil—ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1½ cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar or lemon zest
- Optional add-ins: grated Parmesan or crumbled feta, toasted pine nuts or almonds, fresh basil or thyme, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- Trim asparagus by snapping or cutting off the woody ends.
- In a bowl or directly on the baking sheet, toss asparagus and tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread in a single layer on the pan without overcrowding.
- Roast for 18–20 minutes, stirring halfway, until asparagus is tender and tomatoes are blistered.
- Finish with balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, or cheese if using. Serve warm or cool slightly and use in salads or pasta.
Notes
Use high heat for best flavor and caramelization. Add acids like vinegar or lemon after roasting to keep flavors bright. This side dish pairs with just about anything and stores well for later meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: roasted asparagus, cherry tomatoes, easy side dish, vegan, one pan veggies