Caprese Roasted Asparagus
Jazz up your usual Roasted Asparagus by infusing them with the exquisite Italian flavors of a classic Caprese salad! A quick and easy vegetable side dish bursting with fresh springtime goodness!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp Olive oil, for drizzling
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh chopped basil, for garnish
- Bottled balsamic glaze, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the asaragus on one side of the baking sheet in a row while place the tomatoes on the other side in a row. Drizzle the top of the asparagus with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt and pepper. Repeat process with tomatoes.
- Place the veggies in the oven and cook for 10 minutes. With 5 minutes left remove the baking sheet and top the asparagus with mozzarella. Place back in the oven and continue to cook until the cheese has melted and slightly golden.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and place the asparagus on a serving plate. Top the asparagus with tomatoes and fresh basil. Drizzle the balsamic glaze on top and serve.
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