Looking to expand your side dish game? Take advantage of fresh summer produce and make this simple yet utterly delicious Parmesan Roasted Asparagus! Oven-roasted vegetables are one of the easiest and greatest sides to get on your table. In this recipe, fresh asparagus is topped with a hefty amount of shaved Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil before roasting in the oven until tender and deeply flavorful. Before serving, drizzle with balsamic reduction and sprinkle with fresh basil. Now, that’s a perfect side for any night of the week.
Skip the pre-shaved Parmesan here: You’ll want to shave the cheese yourself using a vegetable peeler. As for the balsamic reduction, you can use a store-bought or a homemade one if you have it on hand. To make your own, simmer 1 cup of balsamic vinegar until it reduces to about half, 10 to 15 minutes. Allow it to cool, then use it in any recipe that calls for balsamic reduction/glaze.
To make the Parmesan Roasted Asparagus, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 425 °F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, add 1 pint halved cherry tomatoes, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and salt and black pepper to taste. Gently toss to coat and set it aside.
Place the trimmed asparagus on the prepared baking sheet. Toss the asparagus with ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Then arrange the asparagus in a single layer.
Top the asparagus evenly with ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese.
Spoon the prepared tomato mixture over the top.
Roast for 12 to 15 minutes or until the asparagus is just tender.
Sprinkle the sliced basil over the tomatoes and drizzle with balsamic reduction
Serve right away.
If you are looking for an indulgent yet very simple way to prepare asparagus, this Parmesan Roasted Asparagus recipe ticks all the boxes. It’s fast and easy to prepare; and most important, it’s absolutely delicious. Made this recipe? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
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