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Orange Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients
- 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed
- 1 orange, sliced into circles
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons thyme, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
A bright green and flavorful dish to welcome the spring season! Fresh asparagus adds visual appeal to any plate.
Why Try? This recipe has few ingredients and only one bowl to prep. Then just throw it in the oven until the timer rings. So easy!
Foodie Byte: The perfect side to turn your main entrée into a beautiful centerpiece. Just arrange the asparagus and oranges around the edge of the main dish platter.
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Combine asparagus and oranges in bowl. Add oil, thyme, salt and pepper and distribute coating evenly. Lay out on a sheet tray.
- Roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.
Nutritional Information
Calories 91, Carbohydrates 7g, Fat 7g, Fat Calories 61, Fiber 3g, Protein 3g, Saturated Fat 0.98g, Sodium 243mg. Daily Values: Calcium 36.25mg 4%, Phos 63.43mg 6%, Copper 0.22mg 11%, Zinc 0.63mg 4%, Panto 0.36mg 4%, Biotin 0.63mcg 210%, Iodine 0.35mcg 0%, Magnesium 18.37mg 5%, Iron 2.54mg 14%, Vitamin B6 6%, Vitamin C 28%, Vit E-a-Toco 8%, Vitamin A 18%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.