Roasting asparagus brings out its natural sweetness and creates a tender yet slightly crisp texture. In this vegan recipe, let’s take it up a notch by adding a mouth-watering garlic and sage butter that adds layers of savoury flavours to this already delightful vegetable.

Whether you're looking for a side dish to complement your main course or a tasty appetiser, this roasted asparagus with garlic and sage butter will surely impress your taste buds.

Asparagus is a nutrient-rich vegetable with a host of health benefits. It is a great source of fibre, which aids digestion and promotes a healthy gut. Packed with vitamins A, C, E, and K, asparagus supports a strong immune system and promotes healthy skin. It is also rich in folate, which is essential for pregnant women and helps in cell growth and development.

Asparagus is a natural diuretic, promoting kidney health and reducing bloating. Additionally, it is low in calories and packed with antioxidants, making it a valuable addition to a weight-conscious diet. Its anti-inflammatory properties and high levels of antioxidants may also help protect against chronic diseases. Incorporating asparagus into your meals offers a delicious way to reap these numerous health benefits, and this incredibly flavoursome vegan roasted asparagus recipe is going to change the way you think about the simple asparagus.

Roasted asparagus offers a delightful combination of flavours. When roasted, asparagus becomes tender with slightly crisp edges, and its natural sweetness intensifies. The roasting process brings out nutty undertones, adding depth to its taste. Additionally, the caramelisation that occurs during roasting enhances the vegetable's inherent earthiness.

Whipping together a simple garlic and sage butter is just another way to enhance the flavours of your roasted asparagus, and this vegan roasted asparagus recipe is going to be your new favourite way to enjoy this amazing vegetable.

Roasted asparagus with garlic and sage butter is a delightful vegan dish that brings out the best flavours of this versatile vegetable. The tender and caramelised asparagus, combined with the savoury garlic and earthy sage, creates a harmonious blend of tastes that will satisfy your palate.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a simple yet elegant side dish, this recipe is a winner. Enjoy the irresistible combination of flavours in this vegan roasted asparagus dish and savour every delicious bite.

INGREDIENTS

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Sage Butter

◾ 2 bunches of asparagus

◾ Olive oil

◾ Sea salt

◾ 3 tbsp vegan butter

◾ 1 garlic clove, sliced

◾ Handful of sage, finely chopped

METHOD

• Preheat oven to 180c

• Place asparagus on a prepared oven dish. Drizzle over some olive oil and salt - ensuring all of the asparagus is covered

• Place in the oven for between 5-10 minutes, or until asparagus is slightly browned - turning with tongs every few minutes - you don't want to over cook it.

• In a frypan, melt butter with garlic and sage on a low heat. Allow the butter to infuse the flavours from the garlic and sage for a few minutes. Once finished, discard garlic slices and sage.

• Plate up asparagus and drizzle garlic sage butter over the top

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