Lemon Roasted Asparagus: A Delightful Spring Treat
Spring is in the air, and with it comes a bounty of fresh, seasonal vegetables. One of our favorites is asparagus, with its tender stalks and slightly bitter flavor. This versatile vegetable can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, but one of our favorite preparations is lemon roasted asparagus. This simple dish is easy to make and packed with flavor. The bright citrus of the lemon pairs perfectly with the asparagus, while the roasting process brings out the vegetable's natural sweetness. In this article, we'll share two delicious recipes for lemon roasted asparagus, one for a classic preparation and one with a few extra ingredients for a more flavorful twist. Both recipes are easy to follow and perfect for a quick and healthy side dish or a light lunch. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get roasting!
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl toss the asparagus in the olive oil, and liberally season with salt and pepper. Spread the stalks out on a baking sheet, in a single layer, and roast until tender but still firm and moist, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together the mustard and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking quickly to emulsify the olive oil into the juice mixture. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, toss with the vinaigrette and serve. The dish may be eaten warm or cold.
ROASTED SALMON WITH ASPARAGUS, LEMON AND BROWN BUTTER
Ready in just 15 minutes, this fast dinner combines silky salmon with a vibrant green medley of asparagus and peas. While the fish roasts, the vegetables and sauce come together in one pan on the stovetop. Thinly slicing the asparagus is the trick to maintaining a crisp texture that complements the tender salmon, while bright lemon juice and zingy capers balance the nutty brown butter sauce. Parsley is used here to finish, but dill or tarragon would also be lovely. Leftover vegetables make a fantastic omelet filling the next day.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories seafood, vegetables, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450 degrees. Rub salmon all over with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange skin side-down on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until medium, 8 to 10 minutes.
- While the salmon roasts, prepare the asparagus: In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add asparagus, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter to skillet. Cook, stirring, until foam subsides and butter is deep golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. (Be careful not to burn). Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice, capers, peas, parsley and cooked asparagus. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide vegetables among plates. Top with salmon and spoon over any remaining pan sauce. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
LEMON-ROASTED ASPARAGUS
When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy recipe burst with every bite. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place asparagus in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over asparagus. Toss to coat. Roast until crisp-tender, 8-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WOOD ROASTED SHAVED ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, BREADCRUMBS AND LEMON
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
- Trim the woody ends from the asparagus. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus lengthwise into strips (if using Brussel sprouts, use a knife or mandoline to shave the sprouts).
- In a large bowl, gently toss the shaved asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a few pinches of salt and pepper. Pour the asparagus mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and loosely arrange a "nest." Roast until slightly browned and softened, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed bread and toss to coat in the olive oil. Allow the bread to toast evenly, tossing often, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the garlic to perfume the oil and bread. Remove the bread from the pan to a cutting board and roughly chop the bread pieces. Toss with the grated Parmesan and black pepper, to taste.
- Top the asparagus with the breadcrumbs. Garnish with more grated Parmesan.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON AND GOAT CHEESE
After you try this recipe, it will be difficult to make asparagus any other way. You'll see how roasting the asparagus brings out exquisite flavors that are enhanced by just the right amount of goat cheese and lemon.
Provided by Swanson®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a roasting pan with vegetable cooking spray.
- Stir the asparagus and oil in the pan. Season the asparagus as desired. Add the broth.
- Roast the asparagus for 20 minutes or until tender, stirring once during cooking. Top with the cheese, lemon juice and lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 154.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
LEMON-ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Lemon-Roasted Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Prepare asparagus. First rinse thoroughly and cut off fibrous ends. To do this, pull one spear out of the bunch. Gently bend the spear until it snaps. Then cut the remaining spears at the same length as the first.
- Arrange asparagus in a baking pan with all spears in one layer.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper and toss within baking pan to combine. Rearrange into one layer.
- Roast for 12-15 minutes or until crisp-tender.
LEMON-ROASTED SALMON WITH ESCAROLE, ASPARAGUS, AND POTATOES
Inspired by classic Greek flavors, this warm salad is balanced with zesty lemon and feta and sweet tender salmon and spring vegetables.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Spring Salmon Dinner Fish Seafood Quick and Healthy Wheat/Gluten-Free Escarole Roast Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook the salmon:
- Preheat oven to 300°F. Place salmon in a baking dish and rub with lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper on all sides, then coat with oil. Arrange peppers around salmon. Bake until salmon is firm but still pink in the center, about 20 minutes (if you prefer salmon more well done, cook an additional 5 minutes).
- Meanwhile, make the salad:
- Set a steamer basket in a large pot filled with 2" water. Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Add potatoes, cover, and steam until tender, 10-12 minutes. Add asparagus to potatoes, cover, and steam until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup dill in a small bowl or measuring cup. Toss escarole with half of the dressing in a large bowl, then transfer to a serving platter.
- Toss potatoes and asparagus with remaining dressing in same bowl, then arrange over escarole. Flake salmon into large pieces and arrange on platter. Top with feta, peppers, and dill sprigs.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON
Categories Citrus Vegetable Roast Low Cal Low/No Sugar Lemon Asparagus Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Mix lemon juice, oil and lemon peel in 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Add asparagus; turn to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast asparagus until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
LAMB CHOPS WITH ROSEMARY PLUM SAUCE AND ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE AND DICED EGG
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Arrange asparagus and potatoes on baking sheet and spray with cooking spray. Season with salt and black pepper. Roast 20 to 25 minutes, until tender and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, season lamb chops all over with salt and black pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chops and sear 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove lamb from pan and set aside. Add leeks to the same pan and saute 3 minutes, until soft. Return lamb to pan.
- In a small bowl, whisk together plum sauce, plum preserves and rosemary. Pour mixture over lamb chops. Simmer 5 minutes, until lamb is tender and medium-rare to medium.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, oil and mustard. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Arrange asparagus on a serving dish. Drizzle lemon vinaigrette over top. Top with diced egg. Serve lamb chops with asparagus and potatoes on the side and extra sauce (with leeks) spooned over top.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON, PARMIGIANO AND HAZELNUTS
Provided by Anne Burrell
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Holding both ends of each asparagus spear, break them where they naturally want to snap. Discard the stems. Toss the snapped asparagus with some olive oil and a generous pinch of salt. Lay the asparagus neatly on a sheet tray and roast until the asparagus is pliable and starting to turn brown, 13 to 15 minutes. Set aside.
- Toss the arugula with the lemon zest and juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Taste to make sure it is delicious. Lay the arugula on a serving platter. Top with the roasted asparagus, hazelnuts and Parmigiano.
- Spring has sprung!
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE --COURTESY MELISSA D'AR
Simple, fresh, and bright. Serve warm or cold. Recipe by Melissa d'Arabian, winner of "The Next Food Network Star" 2009. Her show is called "Ten Dollar Dinners with Melissa d'Arabian". This recipe is from "Savory Savings" episode. This would be wonderful dish for a picnic. COOKS NOTE: I had more asparagus then the recipe called for so I doubled the Vinaigrette but used only about 3/4 of it. Since you have the whole lemon anyway, you might as well double it. I did not want to saturate the asparagus but felt it needed more. I also used some of the lemon zest as a garnish and served it chilled. It was wonderful...
Provided by JTsMom
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Wash asparagus well to remove any sand from the tips, break off woody part of stem by holding the stalk at each end and gently bending until it snaps. pat asparagus dry.
- In a large bowl toss asparagus with the olive oil, and liberally season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the stalks out on a baking sheet, in a single layer, and roast until tender but still firm and moist, about 10 minutes. If you are using the really "skinny" stalks, be careful not to over roast them.
- Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette, see Cooks Note:.
- In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together the mustard and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking quickly to emulsify the olive oil into the juice mixture. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, toss with the vinaigrette and serve. The dish may be eaten warm or cold.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND BABY ARTICHOKES WITH LEMON-OREGANO AIOLI
Provided by Tori Ritchie
Categories Appetizer Roast Vegetarian High Fiber Dinner Lemon Artichoke Asparagus Summer Party Oregano Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For aioli:
- Whisk mayonnaise, oil, oregano, garlic, lemon juice, and lemon peel in small bowl to blend. Season aioli to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.
- For artichokes and asparagus:
- Bring large saucepan of salted water to boil. Fill large bowl with cold water; squeeze juice from lemon halves into water. Working with 1 artichoke at a time, pull off all dark green outer leaves until only tender inner yellow leaves remain. Cut off top 1 inch from artichoke. Cut off stem and trim around stem base of artichoke. Cut artichoke lengthwise in half and immediately drop into lemon water to prevent discoloration. Repeat with remaining artichokes.
- Drain artichokes, then add to saucepan of boiling salted water and blanch 3 minutes. Drain again. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with foil. Place artichokes on 1 prepared baking sheet. Drizzle 1 tablespoon oil over; sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Spread in even layer on sheet. Place asparagus spears on second baking sheet. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil over; sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Spread in even layer on sheet. Roast asparagus and artichokes until tender, about 8 minutes for asparagus and about 15 minutes for artichokes. Arrange artichokes and asparagus on platter. Place bowl of aioli in center for dipping and serve.
PANCETTA-WRAPPED HADDOCK WITH LEMON AIOLI AND ROASTED ASPARAGUS
An easy and simple dish that is dressy enough for company or the holidays. It never fails to please guests but keeps your deli person busy with the waxed paper! The hardest part of this dish really is just wrapping the fish, which does not require any culinary skill whatsoever. Cod, sole, or similar white fish work equally well. Use dry sherry in place of white wine if desired.
Provided by Karen Barris Calabro
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic in a bowl; refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Move an oven rack into the middle of oven and place another rack into top third; preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Lay asparagus spears in a row onto a baking sheet and spray with cooking spray; sprinkle with sea salt.
- Drizzle haddock fillets with olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper and rosemary. Wrap each fillet loosely with 3 slices pancetta bacon, wrapping bacon so that ends meet over skinned side of fillets. Place fillets into a 9x13-inch baking dish with bacon ends on the bottom. Pour white wine around the fillets.
- Place fish onto lower rack of preheated oven and bake for 7 minutes. Place asparagus onto upper rack of oven. Continue baking until pancetta is browned, fish is opaque and flakes easily, and asparagus are lightly browned on the tips, 7 to 8 more minutes.
- Stir warm water into lemon aioli sauce until sauce is pourable; pour about 2 tablespoons sauce onto each of 4 serving dishes. Arrange haddock fillets onto sauce and spread 1/4 of the roasted asparagus in a fan shape next to each fillet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 720.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON AND DILL
this recipe works well with thicker asparagus. If using the pencil thin stalks reduce cooking time to 3-4 minutes
Provided by chia2160
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a shallow dish, toss the asparagus, olive oil and salt and pepper together.
- Lay the asparagus in one level layer.
- Place in oven and roast, uncovered for approximately 10 minutes, or until the asparagus is just tender.
- Transfer to a serving plate.
- Whisk the lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, olive oil and honey together in a small bowl.
- Top the asparagus with some of the dressing and keep the rest on the side.
LEMON-HOISIN GLAZED CHICKEN ON ROASTED ASPARAGUS/CHERRY RICE
First place winner of the Third Annual Foster Farms Fresh Chicken Cooking Contest. "Lemon-Hoisin Glazed Chicken on Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Sesame Rice"
Provided by gailanng
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Mix chicken, one teaspoon salt, ginger, and half of the garlic; set aside.
- In medium saucepan over medium heat, warm one tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil. Stir in green onion whites, remaining garlic and jasmine rice. Cook, stirring frequently, for 8 minutes or until beginning to toast. Add broth, half of the lemon juice and one teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 minutes. Uncover, fluff with fork, stir in dried cherries or craisins, sesame oil and remaining green onions. Set aside.
- In large frying pan over medium high heat, warm one tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, for 6 minutes or until no longer pink on the outside.
- In small bowl, stir together vinegar, Hoisin, one tablespoon honey, remaining lemon juice, half of the lemon zest and 1/4-teaspoon red pepper flakes. Add sauce to chicken in pan and continue cooking for 10 additional minutes on medium. Raise heat to high and cook for 2-4 minutes until sauce on chicken is dark and has thickened. Sprinkle chicken with black sesame seeds. Remove pan from heat, set aside and keep warm.
- In second large frying pan, warm remaining peanut oil over high heat. Add asparagus, remaining honey, red pepper and remaining salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2-4 minutes, or until asparagus is tender.
- To serve, plate rice on serving platter. Top with half of the cilantro, almonds, and roasted asparagus, Top with chicken pieces. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro and lemon zest.
SALMON W/ ROASTED ASPARAGUS & LEMON-CAPER SAUCE
Make and share this Salmon w/ roasted Asparagus & Lemon-Caper Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sue Freeman
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl to blend.
- Season sauce with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Evenly space three 1/2-inch deep slits crosswise in top of salmon (don't cut through).
- Arrange asparagus in even layer on rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with oil and toss to coat.
- Season with salt& pepper.
- Place salmon on top of the asparagus; season with salt& pepper.
- Roast until salmon is just opaque in center-- about 20 minutes.
- Arrange on serving platter and drizzle with sauce.
ROASTED SALMON AND ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE
Found this fabulous recipe on Dinutrition blog. It is so very delicious & perfect for DH & I
Provided by SB61287
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F Whisk the first six ingredients together in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the asparagus in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Turn to coat. Place the salmon atop the asparagus and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until the salmon is just opaque in the center, about 15-20 minutes. Cut the salmon into two pieces and top with sauce to serve.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PRESERVED LEMON
Found on ediblecommunities.com.
Provided by C G
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. *Note: Rinse the preserved lemon in a fine mesh strainer first. Two options: the pulp can be removed before chopping the preserved lemon. {Or} chop it whole including the rind and pulp-but remember to remove any seeds in either case.
- 2. Preheat oven to 400°. Place asparagus in a single layer in a parchment-lined wide and shallow roasting pan. Drizzle with olive oil and toss the spears to coat them. Sprinkle with minced preserved lemon, then sprinkle with coarse salt.
- 3. Roast asparagus to desired doneness (10 minutes for medium-thick spears). Serve immediately.
- 4. Suggestion: After removing the asparagus from the oven I set the spears aside to cool about 10-15 minutes. I lined a serving platter with a mix of fresh baby spinach leaves and arugula. Once the asparagus spears had cooled, they were transferred to the platter (*including* the juices and bit and pieces of the preserved lemon) and then garnished the top with fresh chives including chive blossoms.
1 POINT PLUS - ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON AND CHIVES
From WW All Time Favorites. Per Serving (4-6 spears): 37 cal, 3g fat, 3g carb, 1g fiber, 2g protein
Provided by mariposa13
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425*F.
- Put asparagus in shallow roasting pan.
- Drizzle with oil and sprinkle salt & pepper. Toss to coat.
- Spread in single layer and bake 20 minute.
- After baking, sprinkle with lemon juice and chives.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are wilted, bruised, or have woody ends.
- Trim the asparagus. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus spears. You can also use a sharp knife to cut off the bottom inch or two of each spear.
- Toss the asparagus with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. This will help the asparagus to roast evenly and develop a nice flavor.
- Roast the asparagus at a high temperature. This will help to caramelize the asparagus and give it a slightly smoky flavor. Roast the asparagus for 10-15 minutes, or until it is tender but still has a bit of a crunch.
- Serve the asparagus immediately. Roasted asparagus is best served hot and fresh. You can garnish it with grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh herbs, or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Conclusion:
Lemon roasted asparagus is a simple but delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be roasted in just 10-15 minutes. The asparagus is tender and flavorful, with a slightly smoky flavor from the roasting. Lemon roasted asparagus is a great way to add some healthy vegetables to your meal. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate.
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