Tuscan Roast Asparagus

Today I have a really quick and easy asparagus dish for you, tuscan roast asparagus! Asparagus is tossed in oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper and topped with slices of tomatoes and plenty of parmesan before being roasted to perfection! Roasting the asparagus and tomatoes concentrates and caramelizes their flavours, bringing them out, and making them even better and of course smothering everything in melted cheese is always good! This tuscan roasted asparagus take only a little bit of time and effort and it makes for a really tasty side for any summer meal!

Prep Time:5 minutes Cook Time:15 minutes Total Time:20 minutes Servings: 4

Asparagus and tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper and roasted to perfection with a topping of melted parmesan cheese.

ingredients

1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon oregano (or italian seasoning)
1 large tomato, sliced thinly
1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated

directions

Toss the asparagus and tomatoes in the oil, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper, place the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer with the slices of tomato on top, sprinkle on the parmesan and roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until they start to caramelize, about 15-20 minutes, mixing half way through.

Option: Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or toss in balsamic vinaigrette.
Option: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil.