Description
Enjoy a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad with this Baked Asparagus Caprese recipe. Tender asparagus paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, gooey mozzarella cheese, and a balsamic glaze create a perfect harmony of flavors. This dish is a vibrant and flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Asparagus:
- 1 lb asparagus, stalks trimmed
Cherry Tomatoes:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in halves
Seasoning and Cheese:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Balsamic Glaze:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425˚F.
- Prepare Vegetables: Place trimmed asparagus on one half of a sheet pan and cherry tomatoes on the other half. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the asparagus.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes.
- Make Glaze: While the veggies bake, combine balsamic vinegar and honey in a saucepan. Simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Assemble: Transfer the baked asparagus and tomatoes to a serving platter. Top with the balsamic glaze and fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
