Roast whole slices of lemon along with the asparagus for a beautiful look and sparkling, bright taste. Great with seafood, especially salmon or scallops.

Makes 4 servings

ACTIVE TIME: 10 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

2 bunches asparagus, tough ends trimmed
2 lemons, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Toss asparagus, lemon slices, oil, oregano, salt and pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, shaking the pan occasionally to toss, until the asparagus is tender-crisp, 13 to 15 minutes.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 91 calories; 7 g fat (1 g sat, 5 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 9 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 4 g fiber; 302 mg sodium; 241 mg potassium.
Nutrition bonus: Folate (42% daily value), Vitamin C (90% dv), Vitamin A (25% dv).
1/2 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit, 1 1/2 fat

Easy to make and delicious to eat it. Thank you, please keep the recipes of vegetables in your agenda.

Martha Sanchez, Morton Grove, IL

The dish looks festive, and if made ahead, can also be served chilled. Perfect for a potluck, etc.

Lisa S., Andover, MA

Very easy to make and appreciate that it is baking in the oven versus being sauteed on the stove-top. Lots of great flavor! Have made several times and will continue to make since this is an easy side dish and looks nice with the lemon slices. Given that I am making asparagus for two, I cut the recipe in quarters.

Jill, San Francisco, CA