Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring with our delectable Roasted Asparagus and Peas recipe. This symphony of flavors features crisp asparagus spears and tender peas, roasted to perfection and tossed in a zesty lemon-herb dressing. As an added bonus, we've included three additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds: a refreshing Spring Pea Salad, a creamy Asparagus and Pea Soup, and a savory Asparagus and Pea Stir-Fry. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the best of seasonal produce.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SAUTéED ASPARAGUS AND PEAS
Asparagus and peas prove the old adage: what grows together, goes together. This is the perfect side dish for spring!
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Most Popular
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, 4-5 minutes.
- Add the asparagus, ¼ teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Continue cooking over medium-low heat, stirring frequently so the shallots don't burn, for about 5 minutes or until tender-crisp. Add the peas and honey and cook about one minute more until the peas are warmed through. Add more salt and pepper to taste (I usually add about ⅛ teaspoon more salt and a few twists of pepper) and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89, Fat 6 g, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sugar 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Sodium 127 mg, Cholesterol 15 mg
SAUTEED ASPARAGUS AND SNAP PEAS
Steps:
- Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus and slice the stalks diagonally into 2-inch pieces. Snap off the stem ends of the snap peas and pull the string down the length of the vegetable.
- Warm the olive oil in a large saute pan over a medium heat and add the asparagus and snap peas. Add the salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, to taste, if desired. Cook for approximately 5 to10 minutes until al dente, tossing occasionally. Sprinkle with sea salt and serve hot.
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
SHEET-PAN GNOCCHI WITH ASPARAGUS, LEEKS AND PEAS
This sunny dinner cooks entirely in the oven on two sheet pans, so both the vegetables and gnocchi are cooked properly with minimal effort. Asparagus, shallots, leeks and peas balance out the rich, caramelized gnocchi, but you could experiment with your vegetable choices: Cut delicate vegetables in larger pieces and firmer vegetables in smaller pieces so they cook at similar rates. Refrigerated gnocchi (often labeled "skillet gnocchi") work best here, but shelf-stable gnocchi are also fine. Simply boil them first.
Provided by Susan Spungen
Categories one pot, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss gnocchi with 2 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- On another rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus, leeks and shallots with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few generous grinds of pepper.
- Put both pans in the oven, with the gnocchi on the bottom rack and the vegetables above. Stir the gnocchi and vegetables after 5 minutes to distribute the butter. Stir the vegetables once or twice more, but leave the gnocchi undisturbed. Roast until vegetables are golden and getting crispy on the edges, about 15 minutes total, and the gnocchi are golden brown on one side, 20 to 25 minutes total. Stir the peas into the vegetables in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Combine the gnocchi and vegetables on one tray, then grate the lemon zest over the top. Sprinkle with half the Parmesan and chives, if using, saving some for serving. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss to combine, and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and chives, and serve immediately.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS & PEA SALAD
Whip up this quick and healthy asparagus, pea and egg salad and you'll get plenty of nutrients including vitamin C and iron, plus three of your 5-a-day
Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Starter, Supper
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Mix the yogurt, mustard and honey together. Add the lemon zest, then add the juice and some seasoning to taste. Squeeze any remaining lemon juice over the watercress.
- Tear the bread into rough chunks and put them on a large roasting tray with the asparagus. Toss both in the rapeseed oil and seasoning, and roast for 10 mins until the asparagus is tender and croutons are golden.
- Meanwhile, cook the eggs in a pan of boiling water for 6 mins, then add the frozen peas and cook for 1 min more. Drain and rinse both under cold water until cool. Peel the eggs, then cut into quarters.
- To assemble, mix the asparagus and peas through the watercress, then toss through the creamy dressing. Nestle in the eggs and croutons, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 44 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
LEMON ROASTED SPRING CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS
Pop all the ingredients for this lemon roasted chicken into a roasting tin. With asparagus and peas, the colours and flavours sing spring
Provided by Shivi Ramoutar
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Arrange the chicken pieces, onion wedges, garlic, lemon slices, asparagus and peas in a roasting tin in a single layer, then sprinkle over the oregano, drizzle with the olive oil and pour over the stock. Give everything a good stir to mix well, then dot the butter over the chicken pieces and season well. Cover the whole tin with foil and bake for 30 mins.
- Remove the foil and bake for 20-30 mins more until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear, and the vegetables are tender.
- Heat the grill to high. Put the tin under the grill for a few minutes to crisp up the chicken skin, if needed, being careful not to let the asparagus catch. Serve straight from the tin, or on a platter, with crusty bread to mop up the juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus and peas. Look for asparagus spears that are bright green, with tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp or woody. Peas should be plump and sweet.
- Roast the vegetables at a high temperature. This will help them to caramelize and develop a delicious flavor.
- Season the vegetables generously with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance their natural flavors.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil or melted butter to the vegetables before roasting. This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
- Roast the vegetables until they are tender-crisp. This will take about 10-15 minutes for asparagus and 5-7 minutes for peas.
- Serve the roasted vegetables immediately. They can be enjoyed on their own, as a side dish, or as a topping for salads, pasta, or pizza.
Conclusion:
Roasted asparagus and peas is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. The roasted vegetables are tender-crisp and flavorful, and they are packed with nutrients. This dish is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
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