So why exactly is Valentine’s Day my favourite holiday? Because I am absolutely, head-over-heels in love with love. I have no idea where I got it from since my family is not the most lovey-dovey, but nevertheless I have turned out to be a real hopeless romantic.
I love love in all forms. A mom hugging her kid, a couple greeting each other after a long day, Oprah (Oprah = love). And don’t even get me started on weddings…I bawled my eyes out watching The Bachelor’s Catherine and Sean’s Wedding the other day. Then promptly called C and told him I started a pinterest board dedicated to all things wedding. He thinks I’m totally nuts, but was not at all surprised. Like I said, hopeless romantic.
Lemon Ginger Asparagus Ingredients
- asparagus
- olive oil
- red wine vinegar
- Dijon mustard
- garlic cloves
- ginger
- lemon zest
- sea salt
- slivered almonds
How to Make Lemon Ginger Asparagus
STEP 1: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, ginger, lemon zest and sea salt.
STEP 2: Add the asparagus to the bowl and coat with the sauce.
STEP 3: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and spread the asparagus evenly across the sheets. Top with sliced lemon.
STEP 4: Bake at 400ºF for 7 minutes. After the initial baking, remove from the oven and flip the asparagus. Bake for an additional 8 minutes.
STEP 5: While the asparagus is baking, roast the almonds in a small frying pan over medium heat until browned.
STEP 6: Remove the asparagus from the oven, top with the toasted almonds and enjoy!
PrintLemon Ginger Asparagus with Toasted Almonds
- Prep Time: 5 minute
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 2 bunches of asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- zest of one lemon (then chop lemon into slices)
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, ginger, lemon zest and sea salt.
- Add asparagus to bowl and coat with sauce (or use a large ziploc bag).
- Line TWO baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Spread asparagus on sheets and top with sliced lemon.
- Place sheets in oven and bake for 7 mins.
- While asparagus is roasting add almonds to a small frying pan and cook over medium heat until browned (about 3-5 mins). Or use toaster oven.
- Remove sheets from oven and turn over asparagus as best as you can.
- Swap the rack each sheet was on and bake for another 8 mins.
- Remove from oven and top with toasted almond.
- Serve warm.
Like this post? Here are more asparagus recipes to try:
- Grilled Asparagus Salad
- Asparagus Fries
- Mushroom Asparagus Pizza
- Savory Galette with Goat Cheese and Asparagus
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113 Comments
Dawn Wells
November 4, 2017 at 8:45 amHi,
My hubby has heart problem and want to serve some healthy recipe during this valentine day. Can I try your recipe for cholesterol patient?
thank you
Trendy Damsels
October 1, 2017 at 1:10 pmHi,
My husband brought Asparagus and I didn’t know how to cook it. I think yours is a perfect recipe to cook Asparagus. Lemon and almonds certainly give a delicious taste to this recipe. I will surely try it out and let you know how it turned out.
Mandy
October 3, 2016 at 1:56 amHi, just found your blog from google. And I read many you guys’s articles. I love your stuffs. Especially this post, thanks for your recipe for Valentine’s Day. I will try it.
Ales
September 13, 2016 at 6:20 amAsparagus is my favourite ingredient in spring. I really love preparing food with ginger and lemon also. I really like your recipe.
Davida @ The Healthy Maven
September 14, 2016 at 8:09 amThank you, Ales!
Kenneth
September 11, 2016 at 7:45 amThe Lemon Ginger Asparagus looks amazing. It’s very early here in Alabama, but I’m actually considering having asparagus for breakfast. LOL!
Kenneth
Davida @ The Healthy Maven
September 12, 2016 at 9:46 amhaha enjoy, Kenneth!
Penny
September 19, 2015 at 2:20 amWhat an awesome side dish, Davida!
Davida Kugelmass
September 22, 2015 at 8:21 amThank you!!!
Penny
September 19, 2015 at 2:19 amGreat post. That’s all i need
Blaz @ Shampoo Truth
November 13, 2014 at 10:56 amVery enjoyable article. I really love this dinner plan and will definitely try it. Great share!
Mike
October 19, 2014 at 10:32 amOMG, that chocolate cake with those berries on top looks delicious. I love when I can try food that is tasty and healthy at the same time.
Davida Kugelmass
October 20, 2014 at 4:17 pmhaha yes, Lexi’s cake is amazing! Thanks for stopping by:)
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Consuelo - Honey & Figs
February 6, 2014 at 5:10 pmDishes like this do actually make me want to celebrate Valentine’s day. (I like the whole concept, but it’s not quite as fun when single, I guess???). Anyway, I think these will be happening on Friday hehe. No man means more asparagus for me, and more asparagus means h a p p i n e s s ;–)
Davida @ The Healthy Maven
February 9, 2014 at 9:19 amMore asparagus for yourself! The is definitely celebration worthy!
Sarah Grace
February 5, 2014 at 9:57 pmI love how you all planned this out! So fun and creative. And each and every recipe looks absolutely delicious!
xoxo Sarah Grace, Fresh Fit N Healthy.
Davida @ The Healthy Maven
February 9, 2014 at 9:18 amThank you Sarah!!!