Savory, simple, and bursting with flavor, roasted asparagus and leeks are a delightful side dish that complements any meal. This classic combination is elevated with a touch of garlic, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Whether you prefer a tender-crisp texture or a more caramelized finish, our two featured recipes offer options to suit your taste. In the first variation, asparagus and leeks are roasted together on a sheet pan, resulting in a vibrant and colorful dish. The second recipe adds a touch of sophistication with a creamy lemon sauce, creating a delectable and elegant side dish. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal preparation, making them perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions alike.
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ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND LEEKS
No vegetable says spring quite like asparagus. In this recipe, we combine pretty green spears with leeks. Crushed red pepper adds a bit of zest.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place asparagus and leeks on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over vegetables. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CRISPY LEEKS AND CAPERS
In this supremely springy recipe, thick asparagus stalks and thinly sliced leeks are glossed with olive oil and covered in salty capers. Everything is roasted in the same pan and emerges tender and golden-edged. Capers also make an appearance in the mustard sauce served alongside, which adds a tangy, mayonnaise-like richness. You can double the recipe, if you wish, though you may have to increase the roasting time by a few minutes to make up for a more-crowded pan. Serve this on its own as a first course, or as an accompaniment to roast chicken, braised meats or seared fish. Just don't use thin asparagus: It'll cook too quickly, before the leeks have a chance to turn golden. Stick with spears that are at least 1/2 inch in diameter.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Put asparagus on a rimmed sheet pan and toss with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well coated.
- In a small bowl, stir together leeks, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Sprinkle leeks on top of asparagus, then sprinkle with capers. Roast until asparagus are tender and golden brown, about 12 to 18 minutes.
- While the asparagus stalks roast, make the mustard sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, capers and garlic. Slowly whisk in olive oil a few drops at a time to create a thick, emulsified dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once asparagus stalks are out of the oven, squeeze a lemon wedge over it and sprinkle parsley on top. Serve with mustard sauce and more lemon wedges on the side.
OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Salty and savory, the roasting method kills the natural bitterness of asparagus. Try it next to grilled fish or lamb.
Provided by swedishmilk
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Place the asparagus into a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the spears, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Arrange the asparagus onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 471.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND LEEKS
This oven-roasted asparagus and leek recipe is simply delicious. If thick asparagus is unavailable, use thin spears, and adjust the cooking time; thin asparagus will cook faster.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim each leek at the root end, making sure the stalk stays intact, then cut off the top where the green part begins. Cut leeks in half lengthwise. Immerse in a bowl of cold water to loosen any sand or grit. Rinse under cold running water, and pat dry.
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Trim tough ends from asparagus. In a large bowl, combine asparagus and leeks. Drizzle olive oil over vegetables, and toss to coat. Add salt, and season with pepper; toss to combine.
- Place vegetables in a heavy roasting pan, and transfer to oven. Roast until vegetables start to turn brown and are fork tender, about 25 minutes. Remove pan from oven, and set on heat-proof surface until vegetables are cool enough to eat. When ready to serve, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, if desired.
OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND LEEKS
Make and share this Oven-Roasted Asparagus and Leeks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JacquelineS
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Trim each leek at root end, then cut off top where the thick green leaves begin.
- Cut in half lengthwise and soak in cold water 10 minutes.
- Rinse, then pat dry.
- Trim tough ends of asparagus.
- Combine leeks and asparagus in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and add salt and pepper.
- Toss to coat.
- Place in a large roasting pan and roast until vegetables start to turn brown, about 25 minutes.
- Let cool 5 minutes, then drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.8, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 327.9, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 6.2, Protein 3.8
PERFECT ROASTED ASPARAGUS
A quick and easy guide for making PERFECT roasted asparagus every time. Great as a side dish, in bowls, and beyond. Just 3 ingredients, 1 pan, and 15 minutes required!
Provided by Minimalist Baker
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (232 C). Set out a large baking sheet (as original recipe is written // use more baking sheets as needed to avoid crowding).
- Trim woody ends off of the asparagus (~1-2 inches from the bottom) and place the asparagus sprigs on the bare baking sheet(s). If you want to use parchment paper, refer to packaging for maximum safe temperature. We found a bare baking sheet yielded the best result.
- Drizzle with oil and toss to distribute evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper (optional). To encourage browning, avoid crowding the pan. The asparagus can touch but should not be overlapping.
- Bake for 6-10 minutes or until lightly browned and tender when pierced with a fork. Should still have a little bite. Thicker stems will require longer cook time than thinner stems. Taste and add more salt to taste as needed.
- Serve hot. Optionally, garnish with vegan parmesan cheese and/or a sprinkle of lemon juice and/or zest.
- Best when fresh. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat in a skillet on the stovetop until warm. Not freezer friendly.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 30 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, Fat 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 20 mg, Fiber 1.6 g, Sugar 1.4 g, UnsaturatedFat 1.5 g
ROASTED ASPARAGUS
For a simple side dish, try Ina Garten's Roasted Asparagus from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; the recipe uses only asparagus, olive oil, salt and pepper.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Break off the tough ends of the asparagus and, if they're thick, peel them. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, then toss to coat the asparagus completely. Spread the asparagus in a single layer and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Roast the asparagus for 25 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND LEEK FRITTATA
Provided by Ron Silver
Categories Egg Breakfast Brunch Bake Mother's Day Asparagus Leek Spring Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- 2. Toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the garlic. Spread out the asparagus on a baking sheet.
- 3. In the same mixing bowl, toss the leeks with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Spread out the leeks on a separate baking sheet.
- 4. Put both baking sheets in the oven and roast the asparagus and leeks for 5 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the oven, turn once, and return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until nicely browned. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets.
- 5. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.
- 6. Chop the asparagus and leeks into 1-inch pieces.
- 7. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 10-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus, leeks, and red onion and cook for 2 minutes.
- 8. Using a whisk or a fork, beat the eggs and cream with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl until frothy. Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus and leeks.
- 9. Bake the frittata for 10 to 12 minutes, or until it is nicely set but not overly firm. Allow the frittata to stand for 5 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve.
OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Feel free to add Italian or Greek herbs for extra seasoning. I used some sicilian seasoning with the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. I made 18 spears at once and just added a tablespoon of oil and adjusted the seasoning to suit. This was so tasty I couldn't stop eating it once it came out of the oven. Nice and crunchy and bursting with flavor. Recipe courtesy of about.com.
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories Vegetable
Time 12m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- To grill, follow instructions below except heat the grill instead of the oven, don't use a baking sheet, and turn once during cooking.
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Prepare the asparagus by snapping off the ends or trimming the very end and peeling the tough part with a vegetable peeler.
- Put on a cookie sheet or baking pan.
- Drizzle the oil over the asparagus. Follow with salt, pepper, herbs, and lemon.
- Get in there with your hands and smear it all over.
- Bake for 5 to 10 minutes, until tender.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus and leeks. Look for asparagus spears that are bright green and have tight, closed tips. Leeks should be white and firm, with no signs of wilting or bruising.
- Trim the asparagus and leeks before roasting. Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus spears and trim the leeks to remove the root end and any tough outer leaves.
- Toss the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. This will help them to roast evenly and develop a nice flavor.
- Roast the vegetables at a high temperature. This will help them to caramelize and develop a slightly crispy texture.
- Keep an eye on the vegetables while they are roasting. They can burn easily, so it is important to remove them from the oven as soon as they are tender.
Conclusion:
Roasted asparagus and leeks are a simple but delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this recipe a try.
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