Oven Baked Asparagus with Mustard Sauce

Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this vibrant Oven Baked Asparagus with Mustard Sauce! Perfectly roasted asparagus is tender and caramelized, enhanced with a silky Dijon mustard sauce featuring hints of honey, garlic, and lemon for a zesty-sweet kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is simple yet sophisticated, making it an ideal addition to your weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Served either drizzled in sauce or with it on the side, and garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this dish strikes the perfect balance of flavor and presentation. Whether you're seeking a healthy, flavorful veggie dish or looking to amp up your side options, this asparagus recipe hits all the right notes.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Wash and trim the asparagus, snapping off the tough woody ends.

Step 3

Place the asparagus on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle the asparagus with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 4

Spread the asparagus into an even layer and roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

While the asparagus is roasting, prepare the mustard sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Once the asparagus is done roasting, transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle the mustard sauce over the asparagus or serve it on the side.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(559.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	473.7

Total Fat 34.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1882.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 10.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 117.6mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 950.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.4%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 29.3%