Caprese Asparagus
At Delish, we firmly believe that everything is enhanced when given the caprese treatment. Whether it's our caprese chicken, caprese bites, or chicken-avocado caprese salad, we can't resist the invigorating explosion of flavors that occurs when combining sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. When we sought out the ideal summer side dish, we decided to apply the same concept to classic asparagus. This effortless and irresistibly cheesy side comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect last-minute addition to complement your pasta or chicken dinner. Grab your mozzarella and let's get caprese-y!While we adore this easy side dish as it is, feel free to get creative and tailor it to suit your taste preferences. Not in the mood for Italian seasoning? You can easily omit it! Craving a touch of heat? Replace the honey with hot honey to infuse a spicy kick. Remember, this dish is yours—make it your own!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. asparagus, stalks trimmed
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Pinch of Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 c. shredded mozzarella
- 2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 c. honey
- Thinly sliced fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°. On a large baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Push to one side of the baking sheet and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
- On the other side of the baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until the asparagus is tender and the cheese has melted, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Simmer until reduced by half, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes (the mixture should coat the back of a spoon). Let cool slightly.
- Transfer cheesy asparagus to a serving platter. Top with roasted tomatoes then drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with basil.
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 489mgPotassium: 359mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gCalcium: 222mgIron: 2mg
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