Caprese Roasted Asparagus
Caprese Roasted Asparagus pairs tender-crisp spears with juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, all finished with melty mozzarella, fresh basil, and a tangy balsamic splash. It’s bright, savory, and lightly sweet, making a vibrant side for weeknight dinners or spring gatherings.
- Prep15 min
- Cook12 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2
Pat the asparagus spears dry and arrange them in a single row on the prepared sheet pan. Set the cherry tomato halves beside the asparagus spears, cut sides down.
- 3
Use a pastry brush to coat the asparagus spears and tomato halves with oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven until they are crisp-tender, 10 to 12 minutes (see Note).
- 5
Transfer the asparagus to a serving dish and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Scatter the roasted cherry tomato halves over the shredded mozzarella, sprinkle with chopped basil, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar to taste. Serve warm.
- Calories 210.23 kcal Moderate
- Protein 10.23 g Good Source
- Carbs 7.49 g Moderate
- Total Fat 16.12 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.23 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 29.28 mg Moderate
- Sodium 227.86 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.93 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.91 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.06 g Low Source
- Calcium 264.06 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.8 mg Moderate
- Potassium 232.67 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 175.02 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 7.93 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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