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25 minutes
4.47 from 78 votes
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Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes

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by: Joanna Cismaru
03.27.15
Updated: 06.11.20

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Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes – roasting enhances the natural sweetness of the asparagus and tomatoes, add some grated Parmesan and a balsamic reduction for an amazing side dish.

Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes on a patterned plate

I’ve recently discovered my passion for asparagus. This is coming from someone who never used to buy asparagus to cook before, but I’d have it at restaurants here and there. So here is my favorite way to cook asparagus along with tomatoes. I love roasted tomatoes with parmesan and balsamic reduction, so adding some asparagus to this was a no brainer. Together they’re amazing and such a delicious and healthy side dish.

I’ve also just realized that Easter is just around the corner, where has the time gone? Wasn’t it just Christmas? I guess time does fly when you’re having fun and I have been having loads of fun. Fun cooking that is. Sometimes I get in the mood to cook all day. And sometimes I do cook all day. So when I made this side dish, I made a million other dishes along with it. But for now let’s just focus on this roasted asparagus and tomatoes because it’s so incredibly simple to make, and it’s just packed with flavor.

uncooked asparagus topped with shredded cheese

I trimmed the ends off the asparagus and simply laid them in a baking dish at one end and at the other end I put the tomatoes cut in half. I did spray the baking dish with cooking spray, or you could use some olive oil as well if preferred. Then all you have to do is generously season the asparagus and tomatoes with salt and pepper and sprinkle some Parmesan cheese over them. I love my Parmesan cheese and it seems like lately I’ve been putting it on everything. A girl can’t help herself.

Uncooked tomatoes and aspargus

You just need to bake them at 400 F degrees for about 15 minutes, not too long because you still want a bit of crunch in that asparagus. And as you can see that Parm cheese is melting nicely. My favorite part.

Close up of Roasted Asparagus

And then as I was ready to serve them I realized I forgot to drizzle the balsamic reduction, so here they are again. Balsamic reduction is really easy to make, you just need balsamic vinegar and cook it for about 15 to 20 minutes or until you see the sauce reduce and thicken. It’s so good over roasted veggies, just yummy.

Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes - roasting enhances the natural sweetness of the asparagus and tomatoes, add some grated Parmesan and a balsamic reduction for an amazing side dish.
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balsamic parmesan roasted asparagus and tomatoes

Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes

4.47 from 78 votes
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Total: 25 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 4
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Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes - roasting enhances the natural sweetness of the asparagus and tomatoes, add some grated Parmesan and a balsamic reduction for an amazing side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F degrees. Spray a baking dish, I used a 9x13 inch, with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Snap the end pieces off the asparagus and place them in the baking dish. Add tomato halves too. I placed the asparagus at one end and tomatoes at the other end. Season generously with salt and pepper and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over asparagus and tomatoes. Place in oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until asparagus softens a bit and begins to get brown.
  • In the meantime add the balsamic vinegar to a small sauce pan and cook over medium heat for about 15 to 20 minutes or until it reduces and starts to thicken.
  • Drizzle some of the balsamic reduction over the roasted asparagus and tomatoes and serve warm.

Recipe Notes

Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 156gCalories: 80kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 11.47g (4%)Protein: 4.49g (9%)Fat: 1.89g (3%)Saturated Fat: 1.01g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.147gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.449gTrans Fat: 0.055gCholesterol: 5mg (2%)Sodium: 268mg (12%)Potassium: 287mg (8%)Fiber: 2.5g (10%)Sugar: 7.43g (8%)Vitamin A: 2000IU (40%)Vitamin C: 7.4mg (9%)Calcium: 90mg (9%)Iron: 2.7mg (15%)
Course:Side Dish
Cuisine:American
Keyword:roasted asparagus and tomatoes
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Nutrition Facts
Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes
Amount Per Serving (156 g)
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 17
% Daily Value*
Fat 1.89g3%
Saturated Fat 1.01g6%
Trans Fat 0.055g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.147g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.449g
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 268mg12%
Potassium 287mg8%
Carbohydrates 11.47g4%
Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugar 7.43g8%
Protein 4.49g9%
Vitamin A 2000IU40%
Vitamin C 7.4mg9%
Calcium 90mg9%
Iron 2.7mg15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Gretha says

    April 19, 2021 at 11:00 am

    5 stars
    Super easy, super good! So glad to have found this simple little recipe. I made it for last night’s dinner and I’m shopping for more asparagus and cherry tomatoes this week…gotta have it again!

    Reply
    • Jo Cooks Team AMJ says

      April 20, 2021 at 9:06 am

      That’s wonderful Gretha! So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Robin says

    September 16, 2019 at 6:28 pm

    5 stars
    So simple to make and so good!

    Reply
    • Wendy says

      March 1, 2021 at 9:54 am

      5 stars
      Simple and Delish for sure. ill BE saving loved the ba. loved the balsamic. reduction,,Excellent. Added pasta with pesto and went at it. Soooo good.

      Reply
  3. Bob says

    December 22, 2017 at 2:25 pm

    i want to make this as a side dish for a pre Christmas family get together. Thinking to blanche the Asparagus, first, and slice the tomatoes, and while the prime rib is resting, I can sneak it into the now, empty oven, for a high heat roasting, and throw the cheese over it, right at the end, after tossing it in the glaze, just throw it back in till the cheese melts. Your thoughts?

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    • Marie Reichlmayr says

      March 19, 2018 at 5:21 pm

      Blanching the asparagus first, great idea, I love asparagus cooked but not mushy
      Thankx for the tips

      Reply
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