Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes Recipe
A vibrant and easy-to-make roasted asparagus and tomatoes dish, enhanced with pine nuts, garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a healthy side or light appetizer, this recipe combines fresh vegetables roasted to tender perfection with bright citrus notes and savory toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1–1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1–1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
Nuts and Cheese
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil for easier cleanup and even roasting.
- Prepare and mix vegetables: Place the trimmed asparagus, halved grape tomatoes, and pine nuts on the foil-lined baking pan in a single layer. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil with the minced garlic, kosher salt, and pepper, then drizzle this mixture over the vegetables. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated for roasting.
- Roast the vegetables: Bake the asparagus, tomatoes, and pine nuts for 15 to 20 minutes until the asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp and the tomatoes are soft but intact.
- Add finishing touches: Once out of the oven, drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the tablespoon of fresh lemon juice over the roasted vegetables. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, then toss everything together carefully to combine and enhance flavors before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute pine nuts with slivered almonds or walnuts if preferred.
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan cheese alternative.
- Make sure not to overcook the asparagus to keep a nice texture and vibrant color.
- Serve this dish warm or at room temperature as a side or light salad.
- Lemon zest and juice add fresh brightness, so don’t skip them for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: roasted asparagus, roasted tomatoes, vegetable side dish, easy roasted vegetables, healthy side, pine nuts, Parmesan, lemon zest
