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Roasted Asparagus with Lemon & Capers

Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 109kcal
Author: Ricki Heller

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds asparagus spears ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons capers drained
  • Kosher or fine sea salt to taste
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Lay the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the capers. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake until the spears are softened and the tips begin to brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the lemon zest and juice, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 226mg | Potassium: 458mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1715IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 5mg