I’m all about grilling during the summer, but my DH never gets around to it since he’s working during the weekdays and I make dinner. Yes, he’s in charge of the BBQ (and he doesn’t even eat veggies anyway, so he doesn’t care for grilled greens!). So instead of grilling my vegetables, I roast them in the oven instead. It’s the easiest thing ever! Toss your veggies with some olive oil, sea salt, and pepper, and then let it come together. 
I can’t believe that I’ve never roasted asparagus before. I eat it all the time at restaurants and never thought twice about how easy it would be to make at home. I gobbled this batch right up out of the oven and never looked back. This makes a mighty fine lunch for me. 
Don’t even bother buying those microwavable asparagus boxes from Trader Joe’s. This tastes much better and takes the same amount of time to prepare, just a longer time to cook. Plus, look how beautiful that green is!
You can do this with other vegetables as well: zucchini, squash, brussels sprouts… You could even add some parmesan cheese on top if you want something a little meatier.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of asparagus spears (however many you'd like)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with foil or a silpat. Lay out the asparagus on top.
- Drizzle the olive oil and sprinkle salt and pepper on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Ah, the good old asparagus – their royal majesty in the world of vegetables! You’ll have to eat them quite fast after buying, since they easily go stale. This is a great and efficient way to do it – baking them in the oven! Love your result!
really? I had no idea that asparagus can go stale! i guess i never leave them in the fridge for that long.. i usually buy them the day of if i’m planning a meal. thanks for the tidbit!