Roasted Asparagus with Browned Butter
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this irresistible Roasted Asparagus with Browned Butter recipe. Tender asparagus spears are roasted to perfection, bringing out their natural sweetness with a slight caramelized edge. The star of the dish is the nutty, aromatic browned butter sauce, infused with a hint of zesty lemon and fragrant garlic for an unforgettable burst of flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven, this quick yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve this simple, flavor-packed asparagus alongside grilled meats, hearty pasta, or as a standout addition to your holiday table. Keywords: roasted asparagus, browned butter, vegetable side dish, quick and easy recipe, lemon garlic butter sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and spread the spears into a single layer.
Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
While the asparagus is roasting, make the browned butter. Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add the unsalted butter.
Allow the butter to melt, then stir gently as it begins to foam and turn golden brown. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
Once the butter is browned and has a nutty aroma, stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Taste the browned butter sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Optionally, stir in lemon zest for additional brightness.
Transfer the roasted asparagus to a serving platter and drizzle the browned butter sauce over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
751 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.1 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 952 mg | 20% | |
*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.
