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 because 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.

Originally published as Meditteranean Roasted asparagus and tomatoes in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook 2014