Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Browned Butter

By

David Bonom, Cooking Light

OCTOBER 2013

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Ingredients

  • 40 thick asparagus spears, trimmed (about 2 pounds)
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 400°.

2. Arrange asparagus in a single layer on baking sheet; coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 400° for 12 minutes or until tender.

3. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook for 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce and vinegar. Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat. Serve immediately.

Amount per serving 5 spears

Calories: 45
Fat: 3g
Saturated fat: 1.8g
Monounsaturated fat: 0.9g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.2g
Protein: 1.9g
Carbohydrate: 3.9g
Fiber: 1.7g
Cholesterol: 8mg
Iron: 0.7mg
Sodium: 134mg
Calcium: 18mg