Roasted Asparagus with Pesto
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant Roasted Asparagus with Pesto recipe! Perfectly tender and caramelized asparagus spears roasted to perfection are paired with a homemade basil pesto bursting with fresh flavors. Featuring toasty pine nuts, zesty lemon juice, and nutty Parmesan cheese, the creamy pesto adds a gourmet touch to this quick and easy dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an impressive yet effortless addition to any meal. Serve as a stunning side for dinner parties, or enjoy it as a light and healthy appetizer. Packed with fresh ingredients and simple steps, this recipe is a must-try for asparagus lovers and pesto fans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups pine nuts
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cups olive oil (for pesto)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim the woody ends by snapping or cutting them off.
Place the asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
While the asparagus is roasting, prepare the pesto. In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic, and lemon juice.
Pulse the mixture a few times to break it down.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth and slightly thick consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Once the asparagus is done roasting, transfer it to a serving platter.
Drizzle the pesto over the roasted asparagus or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.4 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1874 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 621 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1294 mg | 28% | |
*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.
