Description
Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes blend Mediterranean flavors into a simple yet elegant side dish. Crispy edges, tender centers, and fragrant herbs invite you to savor each delightful bite of this easy, wholesome accompaniment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) potatoes (new, baby potatoes, or any red or yellow-skinned variety)
- 1 bunch asparagus
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) very finely chopped or snipped rosemary
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) kosher salt
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425F (220C) and prepare a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal roasting surface.
- Cut potatoes into uniform 2-inch chunks, ensuring even cooking. Trim asparagus into matching 2-inch segments.
- Drizzle potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle rosemary and salt. Distribute evenly across baking sheet, creating a single layer for consistent roasting.
- Roast potatoes for 40 minutes, rotating pan midway to guarantee golden-brown edges and thorough cooking.
- Extract pan from oven, then coat asparagus with olive oil and kosher salt, ensuring complete coverage.
- Integrate asparagus with partially roasted potatoes, returning to oven for an additional 8 minutes until vegetables reach fork-tender perfection.
- Allow vegetables to rest momentarily after roasting, then serve warm. Optional: accompany with creamy Dijon sauce for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh asparagus with bright green color and tight tips to ensure the best roasting quality.
- Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamy interior and crispy exterior when roasted.
- Adjust roasting time based on vegetable size; smaller pieces cook faster and prevent uneven browning.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and check seasoning labels carefully.
- Customize the herb profile by substituting rosemary with thyme, oregano, or mixed dried herbs for varied flavor experiences.
- Enhance protein content by adding cubed chicken or crumbled feta cheese during the last 8 minutes of roasting.
- Keep vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet to promote even caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 48 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 228 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg