Asparagus boasts a long list of health benefits ranging from helping with weight loss to promoting reproductive health to possibly even being a mood booster. How can one vegetable be linked to so many good benefits? Because asparagus is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6, folate, potassium, copper, iron, calcium, protein, and it is also antioxidant-rich. This Roasted Asparagus recipe is simple and a crowd pleaser.
Makes 4 Servings
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and red pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silk pad.
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and red pepper. Be sure to space out so the asparagus are not touching.
- Roast for 10-12 minutes.