Rating: 5 stars
18 Ratings
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Toss roasted asparagus in browned butter, seasoned with soy sauce and a splash of balsamic vinegar, for a super easy side dish that's big on flavor.

Recipe by Cooking Light October 2013

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Credit: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

Recipe Summary

hands-on:
7 mins
total:
25 mins
Yield:
8 servings (serving size: 5 spears)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Preheat oven to 400°.

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  • Arrange asparagus in a single layer on baking sheet; coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 400° for 12 minutes or until tender.

  • Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook for 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce and vinegar. Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat. Serve immediately.

Chef's Notes

Finish the asparagus just before serving dinner. Cooking the butter until it browns slightly gives the dish a nutty flavor; watch carefully, though, since it can burn easily.

Nutrition Facts

45 calories; fat 3g; saturated fat 1.8g; mono fat 0.9g; poly fat 0.2g; protein 1.9g; carbohydrates 3.9g; fiber 1.7g; cholesterol 8mg; iron 0.7mg; sodium 134mg; calcium 18mg.
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