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Simple and Elegant Balsamic Asparagus and Blistered Tomatoes
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Balsamic Asparagus and Blistered Tomatoes

This plant-based side serves up a sweet, balsamic taste to healthy veggies. Skip the starchy dishes and include this recipe to round out a healthy meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: Keto, Low-Carb, Plant-Based
Servings: 4
Calories: 63kcal
Author: Chef Sallie

Ingredients

  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil plus 2 teaspoons, divided
  • 1 pound asparagus trimmed
  • 1 Tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place tomatoes along with 2 teaspoons olive oil in a baking dish. Sprinkle with half the salt & pepper.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, until tomatoes are "burst" and slightly blistered on the outside.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl, toss trimmed asparagus with remaining olive oil, salt & pepper.
  • Once tomatoes are blistered, add prepared asparagus to baking dish. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and toss with tomatoes.
  • Bake another 5 minutes. Asparagus should be tender-crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 8oz | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1843IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 3mg |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 1
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 1