Description
Balsamic Glazed Asparagus is a quick, elegant side dish with tender asparagus spears coated in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for spring or holiday meals.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Arrange asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet.
3. Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper together.
4. Drizzle glaze over asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
5. Roast for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
6. Optional: Sprinkle lemon zest over asparagus before serving.
Notes
Use fresh firm asparagus for best results.
Reduce balsamic vinegar and honey for a more intense glaze.
Add red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
Top with Parmesan or toasted almonds for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: PT5M
- Cook Time: PT12M
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg