Tuscan-Style Roasted Asparagus

Tuscan-Style Roasted Asparagus: The Tuscan-Style Roasted Asparagus is a delightful dish that combines the earthy flavors of asparagus with the sweetness of grape tomatoes, all enhanced by the nuttiness of pine nuts and the sharpness of Parmesan cheese. Here’s how you can make it:

Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (about 204°C).
2. Place the asparagus, tomatoes, and pine nuts on a foil-lined baking pan.
3. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil with garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this mixture over the asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
4. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the asparagus is tender.
5. Once done, drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the lemon juice.
6. Sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, then toss everything to combine.

This recipe is perfect for a healthy side dish and can be served hot or cold, making it versatile for any occasion.

You can use an Air fryer to cook the Tuscan-style roasted Asparagus. The Air fryer is a great tool for making asparagus that is tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Here’s how you can adapt the recipe for the Air fryer:

Ingredients:

• Fresh asparagus, trimmed (1-1/2 pounds)
• Grape tomatoes, halved (1-1/2 cups)
• Pine nuts (3 tablespoons)
• Olive oil (3 tablespoons, divided)
• Garlic cloves, minced (2)
• Kosher salt (1 teaspoon)
• Pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (1/3 cup)
• Grated lemon zest (1 teaspoon)

Air fryer directions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (about 204°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss the asparagus, tomatoes, and pine nuts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the asparagus mixture in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
4. Cook for 7-8 minutes for thicker spears, 5–6 minutes for thinner ones, or until the asparagus is tender and lightly browned.
5. Once done, drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice.
6. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, then toss to combine.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy Tuscan-style roasted asparagus made easy with the air fryer!

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