Roast Asparagus With Garlic and Capers

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Capers: A Delicious and Healthy Side Dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

5 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

17 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 ounces asparagus
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1 large garlic clove , sliced thinly
	1 tablespoon capers in brine , rinsed and drained
	1/2 orange , juice of , only
	salt & freshly ground black pepper

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Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Capers is a quick and easy side dish that can be served with any main course. Asparagus is a popular vegetable due to its versatile flavor and numerous health benefits. Roasting the asparagus gives it a crispy texture and enhances its natural sweetness. Combining it with garlic and capers gives it a delicious flavor that is both tangy and savory. This dish is perfect for a healthy and nutritious meal on its own, or as a side dish to complement your main course.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
2.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.	Trim the dry ends off the asparagus and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4.	Drizzle the olive oil over the asparagus, making sure each spear is coated.
5.	Sprinkle the sliced garlic and rinsed capers over the asparagus.
6.	Squeeze the juice of a half orange over the spears.
7.	Season the asparagus with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
8.	Use your hands to toss the asparagus until the garlic, capers and seasoning are evenly distributed.
9.	Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp.

PROS

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Capers is a healthy and delicious side dish that is easy to prepare.
Asparagus is a great source of vitamins and minerals, while garlic and capers add flavor without adding extra calories.
This dish is also low-carb, paleo and whole30 friendly.

CONS

Asparagus can be expensive when out of season, and some people may not like the taste of capers or find them too salty.
Some may find the garlic flavor too strong as well.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Asparagus is high in fiber and folate, and contains vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as chromium, which enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the bloodstream into your cells. Garlic and capers are both low in calories and high in flavor, and they contain antioxidants that may help lower the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer. Olive oil, used to roast the asparagus, is a healthy fat high in monounsaturated fatty acids, which is good for heart health.