Healthy Roast Asparagus with Creamy Almond Vinaigrette

Name: Healthy Roast Asparagus with Creamy Almond Vinaigrette
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 907 grams thick asparagus, ends trimmed; 6 Tbsps blanched sliced almonds; 4 servings Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 Tbsps lemon juice; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 0 teaspoons sugar

You can never have too many side dish recipes, so give Healthy Roast Asparagus with Creamy Almond Vinaigrette It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegan diet. Head to the store and pick up asparagus, olive oil, kosher salt and pepper, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 25 minutes.

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Position a rack in the top third of the oven.

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Place the asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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Asparagus

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Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Roast until tender, about 15 minutes.

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Olive Oil

Meanwhile, combine 5 tablespoons of the almonds, the lemon juice, sugar and 6 tablespoons water in a blender and blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Taste the sauce and season with salt.

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Pour the sauce onto a platter and place the asparagus on top.

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Garnish with the zest and remaining 1 tablespoon almonds.

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Per serving: SERVES: Calories: 110; Total Fat: 5 grams; Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams; Protein: 2 grams; Total carbohydrates: 17 grams; Sugar: 8 grams; Fiber: 6 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 125 milligrams

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