Roasted Asparagus with Za’atar

Asparagus is roasted in olive oil and za’atar until caramelized and tender. A healthy and easy 15-minute side dish recipe.

Every spring when asparagus season rolls into town, this Michigan gal starts to geek out with excitement. One of the first vegetables to pop up at my local farmers market, asparagus is always a sure sign that warmer temps are on the horizon.

Fresh asparagus needs very little “gussying up” to make it taste delicious. Just a little drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of za’atar and a few minutes in a hot oven and you’re good to go.

The earthy spices in za’atar including thyme, oregano and sumac pair perfectly with the grassy, sweet flavor of roasted asparagus. Of course, this recipe would be just as delicious grilled instead of roasted.

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Roasted Asparagus with Za'atar

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

 

Asparagus is roasted in olive oil and za'atar until caramelized and tender. A healthy and easy 15-minute side dish recipe.

Course: Side Dish, Sides, Vegetarian

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Servings: 4

Calories: 56 kcal

Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon za'atar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.

2. Spread asparagus spears in an even layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, za'atar, salt and pepper. Roasted until caramelized and tender, about 15 minutes. 

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Asparagus with Za'atar

Amount Per Serving (5 spears)

Calories 56 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3g 5%

Sodium 584mg 24%

Potassium 227mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 2g

Protein 2g 4%

Vitamin A 17.8%

Vitamin C 8.2%

Calcium 4.6%

Iron 20.2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Photography by Alejandro Photography // Recipe by The Lemon Bowl

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