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Parmesan Roasted Asparagus with Tomatoes & Balsamic Glaze

Fresh asparagus and cherry tomatoes roasted with Parmesan cheese and finished with balsamic glaze for an elegant spring side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs fresh asparagus trimmed
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • fresh herbs for garnish

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cheese grater

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Trim the woody ends from the asparagus spears by snapping them off at their natural breaking point or cutting about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
  3. Arrange the asparagus spears on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the asparagus, ensuring they're in a single layer for even roasting.
  5. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. Toss everything together with your hands to ensure all vegetables are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
  7. Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves over the vegetables and toss once more.
  8. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the tomatoes are starting to burst.
  9. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the hot vegetables.
  10. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
  11. Serve immediately while hot and the cheese is melted.

Notes

For best results, choose asparagus spears of uniform thickness for even cooking. The dish can be served warm or at room temperature and makes an excellent addition to meal prep containers.