Roasted Asparagus Balsamic Glaze (Printable)
Delicate roasted asparagus enhanced by a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect as a simple, elegant side.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, ends trimmed
→ Oils & Seasonings
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Glaze
05 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place trimmed asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Drizzle olive oil over asparagus. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Roast for 12 to 15 minutes until tender-crisp and lightly caramelized.
05 - Combine balsamic vinegar and maple syrup in a small saucepan while asparagus roasts.
06 - Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to simmer and cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half and thickened.
07 - Transfer roasted asparagus to serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The balsamic glaze transforms simple asparagus into something that feels fancy enough for dinner guests but takes almost no effort
- You can adjust the sweetness to your taste, and the roasting brings out natural sweetness you never knew asparagus had
02 -
- The glaze thickens quickly in the last minute of simmering, so do not walk away from the stove
- Thicker asparagus spears take longer to roast, while thin ones cook faster, so sort by size if needed
03 -
- Room temperature asparagus roasts more evenly than cold straight from the fridge
- Leftovers reheat beautifully in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes