Roasted Asparagus & Tomatoes

Name: Roasted Asparagus & Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed; 1 cup grape tomatoes; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese; 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

I have a habit of buying too much asparagus when it’s in season, but it doesn't go to waste! I toss the spears with cherry tomatoes and goat cheese for this side. Be sure to use good quality goat cheese—it makes all the difference. —Holly Battiste, Barrington, New Jersey

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 cup grape tomatoes
1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°. Place asparagus, tomatoes and walnuts in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix oil, oregano, salt and pepper; add to asparagus mixture and toss to coat.
Roast 15-20 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender, turning vegetables occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 108 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 173mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable.