Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts Recipe

Elevate your weeknight meal with this quick and easy recipe for Roasted Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts! Adapted from EatingWell, this recipe delivers tender-crisp asparagus perfectly complemented by the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts. A simple yet elegant side dish or light vegetarian meal, ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 136.6 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts

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How to Make Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread 1/4 cup pine nuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown. Increase oven temperature to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus spears.
  3. (Optional) Peel the lower third of the asparagus stalks for extra tender asparagus.
  4. In a large bowl, toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Spread asparagus in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  6. Roast for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until asparagus is tender-crisp.
  7. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

4g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts?

Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts?

Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts has approximately 136.6 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts?

The key ingredients for Roasted Asparagus With Pine Nuts are Pine Nuts, Asparagus, Shallot, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Salt, Fresh Ground Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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