Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb fresh asparagus, slightly thicker spears are best for roasting
- 2 Tb extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Celtic salt
- Fresh pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Break or cut off the tough ends of the asparagus.
- Spread the asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet
- Sprinkle with olive oil.
- Roll the spears back and forth to coat them with the oil.
Spread them out in a single layer. - Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 5-10 minutes until slightly brown.
- Turn the spears roast another 5 minutes or until the asparagus are just lightly browned and tender when you pierce them with a fork. The time will depend on your particular oven and how thick the spears are.
- Top with fresh thyme.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Seasonal