Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce Recipe

Even picky eaters will devour this irresistible Baked Asparagus with Balsamic Butter Glaze! Perfectly tender asparagus spears are roasted to perfection and tossed in a rich, savory glaze that's both sweet and tangy. A quick and easy weeknight recipe that's surprisingly elegant.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 63.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce

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How to Make Baked Asparagus With Balsamic Butter Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound of asparagus and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Lightly coat the asparagus with cooking spray and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
  5. While the asparagus is baking, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce.
  7. Once the asparagus is cooked, pour the balsamic butter glaze over it and gently toss to coat.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

18g

Carbs

0g

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