Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes with a Balsamic Vinaigrette
Tuesday, November 25, 2008 by Pam
I had some asparagus to use up but I wanted to do something different with it. I usually roast it with Parmesan cheese but thought a balsamic vinaigrette with roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes would be light and delicious - I was right. I really liked the crisp vegetables with the sweet and tangy dressing. It paired very well with the roasted chicken I served for dinner.Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- Pinch of sugar, to taste
Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly.
Ingredients:
- 15 stalks of asparagus, cleaned and ends removed, cut into thirds
- Cherry tomatoes, cleaned and cut in half
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Remove the ends of the asparagus spears and cut into thirds at an angle. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Spray cooking spray in a baking dish; add asparagus, tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste and olive oil.
Roast in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the asparagus are just fork tender. Remove from oven then pour the (well mixed) dressing over the asparagus and tomatoes - mix gently and serve. Enjoy.
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What a great idea! I love how you've added a fresh new twist to roasting asparagus.
oh wow...i am so loving this healthy idea...and look at those colors!
My absolute favorite veggie prepared exactly how I love it! Gorgeous pics making my stomach growl at midnight!
asparagus is so darn pretty, and i want so much to like it but i'm definitely not there yet. it's a beautiful creation nonetheless. :)
i love how it's so simple and colorful.
Roast asparagus, I never thought about that, I have always steamed it and served with a hollandaise sauce, the brilliant green makes a wonderful plate look better. Unfortunately, here in Brazil to find fresh asparagus is a rarity, I think I have seen it only once.
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Pam,
I swear, I made an asparagus salad last night too! I wanted something light before all the feasting, so used up the spears!!!
BUT.....I had 2 brownies before bed, so what's the point?
Happy Thanksgiving!
looks healthy, but with lots of flavor... :)
Looks perfect! I love balsamic, it adds such a nice flavor!
This looks beautiful AND delicious. I love the red and green together. I make a tomato green bean salad that this reminds me of. So nice!!!!
good idea and looks perfect. BTB u got cho chweet son... smart n cute baby.
That looks delicious! Ever since you got me going on roasted veggies, I roast everything!
I love how bright and colourful it is!
looks wonderful and beautiful pics!
That looks great! ( I found you through KimDec's blog)
Crisp roasted Asparagus salad pair up vibrantly with tangy cherry tomatoes ,delicious! I'm book marking it:)
I love the color of this dish! It must have been so tasty!
Sounds fantastic to me! I imagine this keeps really well too. I've made something similar, with green beans, and I really enjoyed it. Will try it this way next time!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! :) I'm eager to see what you serve up.
Pam,
This looks so refreshinly yummy! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Michelle, Mocha and Quincy
A nice simple and tasty side dish!