Roasted Asparagus with Pine Nuts

Roasted Asparagus with Pine Nuts

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Roasted Asparagus with Pine Nuts

PINE NUTS RECIPE

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PINE NUTS

  • Author: Frankho Fresh
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp pine nuts
  • 1 1/2 pounds asparagus
  • 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt, divided
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spread pine nuts in a small baking pan and toast in the oven
  2. until golden and fragrant, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool.
  3. Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees . Snap off the tough ends of asparagus. Toss the asparagus with shallot, oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet with sides. Roast, turning twice, until the asparagus is tender and browned, 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, bring vinegar and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt to a simmer in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, swirling the pan occasionally, until slightly syrupy and reduced to 1 tablespoon, about 5 minutes. To serve, toss the asparagus with the reduced vinegar and sprinkle with the pine nuts.

Notes

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Keywords: Asparagus, Pine nuts