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Roasted Asparagus and Garlic with Herbs and Balsamic Vinegar

Asparagus spears are griddled with garlic, thyme, and chilli, then roasted and finished with fresh herbs and balsamic vinegar.

VegetarianHealthySide DishAsparagusRoasted

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 181.2 kcals 362.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 7.3 grams 14.5 grams
Fat 16.6 grams 33.2 grams
Protein 3.4 grams 6.8 grams
Cook Time
11 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
10
ml
Balsamic Vinegar
equivalent to 2 tsp
NutsSeeds
4
cloves
Garlic
unpeeled and crushed
2
sprigs
Thyme
fresh
1
pinch
Chilli Flakes
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
0.3
handful
Chervil
fresh
0.3
handful
Basil
fresh
0.3
handful
Chives
fresh
OilsFats
30
ml
Olive Oil
2 tbsp plus extra for drizzling
Vegetables
1
bunch
Asparagus

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Stir asparagus spears and olive oil in a bowl to coat.
  • Heat an ovenproof griddle pan until smoking hot.
  • Add asparagus, garlic, thyme, chilli, salt, and pepper to the pan.
  • Griddle the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the pan to the oven and roast for 8 minutes.
  • Pile asparagus and garlic onto a plate and top with fresh herbs.
  • Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and extra olive oil to serve.