A very simple Roasted Asparagus recipe. Salty and savory, the roasting method kills the natural bitterness of asparagus. For a simple side dish, try Ina Garten’s Roasted Asparagus from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; the recipe uses only asparagus, olive oil, salt and pepper.
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PrintRoasted Asparagus
Salty and savory, the roasting method kills the natural bitterness of asparagus. For a simple side dish, try Ina Garten’s Roasted Asparagus from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; the recipe uses only asparagus, olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: :10
- Cook Time: :25
- Total Time: :35
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Baked
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh asparagus
- Good olive oil
- Kosher salt, plus extra for sprinkling
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400 ℉.
- Break off the tough ends of the asparagus and, if they’re thick, peel them. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, then toss to coat the asparagus completely. Spread the asparagus in a single layer and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper.
- Oven: Roast the asparagus for 25 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
Air Fryer: Cook the asparagus for 7 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8