Description
Parmesan Roasted Asparagus with Tomatoes Balsamic brings seasonal vegetables together in a simple side dish that sings with Mediterranean flavors. Fresh asparagus gets a tangy upgrade when roasted with juicy tomatoes and a sprinkle of parmesan that turns your dinner plate into a quick gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
Supporting Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
Finishing Touches:
- 1–2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 400°F and prepare a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring your workspace is ready for roasting vegetables.
- Grab a mixing bowl and combine 1 bunch trimmed asparagus and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, coating each vegetable thoroughly.
- Distribute the seasoned asparagus and tomatoes across the parchment-lined baking sheet, creating a single layer that allows each piece to caramelize evenly without overcrowding.
- Generously sprinkle ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese over the vegetables, ensuring an even coating that will create a delightful crispy texture during roasting.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated 400°F oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, monitoring until the asparagus becomes tender with slight crisp edges and tomatoes start developing beautiful blistered spots.
- Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and drizzle 1-2 tablespoons balsamic glaze across the top, adding optional red pepper flakes or fresh basil for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Choosing fresh, thin asparagus spears ensures the most tender and delicate roasted texture.
- For a gluten-free version, double-check that your Parmesan cheese is certified gluten-free.
- Crisp roasting requires a hot oven and giving vegetables enough space on the baking sheet to prevent steaming.
- Balsamic glaze can be replaced with a reduction made by simmering balsamic vinegar until thickened for a more intense flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg