Green Asparagus Dream with Lemon and Almond Slivers
This recipe celebrates green asparagus at its best: lightly roasted with a fresh lemon note and crunchy almond slivers. It's a perfect side dish or light main course that brings spring to your plate. You'll love how simple yet elegant this dish is!
Preparation
10 min.
Cook / Bake
15 min.
Servings
2
Calories
210 kcal
Ingredients
for 2 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
- 500 gGreen asparagus
- 2 tbspOlive oil
- 1 unitLemon(organic, for zest and juice)
- 50 gAlmond slivers
- 1 tspSalt(to taste)
- 1 pinchBlack pepper(freshly ground, to taste)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the green asparagus. Snap off the woody ends. If the spears are thick, you can lightly peel the bottom third, otherwise, it's not necessary for green asparagus.
Place the prepared asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to ensure all spears are coated.
Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the asparagus. Meanwhile, finely zest the lemon and then cut it in half.
While the asparagus is roasting, lightly toast the almond slivers in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Once the asparagus is done, remove it from the oven. Arrange it on a serving platter. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus. Sprinkle with the lemon zest and toasted almond slivers.
Serve immediately as a delightful side dish or a light main course. Enjoy your Green Asparagus Dream!
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Varianten
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a richer flavor.
- Include some grated Parmesan cheese during the last few minutes of roasting.
Ersatz & Alternativen
- If you don't have almond slivers, you can use chopped walnuts or pecans for a different nutty texture.
- Lime juice and zest can be used as a substitute for lemon for a slightly different citrus note.
Aufbewahrung
Leftover roasted asparagus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
Einfrieren
Roasted asparagus generally does not freeze well, as it can become mushy upon thawing.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
210 kcal
Protein
8 g
Carbohydrates
10 g
Fat
16 g
Fiber
5 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/green-asparagus-dream-with-lemon-and-almond-slivers