Description
Honey Roasted Asparagus is tender, sweet, and lightly caramelized, making a simple, quick, and healthy side dish.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1–2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
1 tablespoon chopped almonds optional
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper; toss to coat evenly.
4. Drizzle honey over the asparagus and toss gently.
5. Roast in the oven for 12–15 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
6. Optional: drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle chopped almonds before serving.
7. Serve warm.
Notes
Use thin or thick asparagus spears; adjust cooking time.
Substitute maple syrup for honey to make vegan.
Add garlic powder, paprika, or chili flakes for extra flavor.
Serve with Parmesan or feta for richness.
Broil 1–2 minutes at the end for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg