Asparagus In Hazelnut Butter Sauce Recipe

Elevate your dinner with this elegant and surprisingly simple asparagus side dish! Roasted to perfection and tossed in a rich hazelnut butter sauce, it's the perfect complement to beef, chicken, or fish. This recipe takes just 35 minutes to prepare and is guaranteed to impress your guests.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 338.1 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Asparagus In Hazelnut Butter Sauce

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Ingredients for Asparagus In Hazelnut Butter Sauce

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

How to Make Asparagus In Hazelnut Butter Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound of asparagus and arrange spears in a single layer in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of toasted hazelnuts evenly over the asparagus.
  4. Dot the asparagus with 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, cut into small pats.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until asparagus is tender-crisp and lightly browned.
  6. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of hazelnut oil and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

60g

Carbs

3g