Description
This recipe features tender roasted asparagus and radishes tossed in a zesty whole-grain mustard vinaigrette. It’s a quick, seasonal, and versatile side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 bunch radishes, trimmed and halved (some whole for variety)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, or maple syrup/agave for vegan)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C).
- Arrange asparagus and radishes on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
- While vegetables roast, whisk together whole-grain mustard, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and ¼ cup olive oil.
- Add honey if desired, and season with salt and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
- Transfer roasted vegetables to a platter and drizzle with vinaigrette.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add toasted nuts or seeds for crunch.
- Stir in fresh herbs like dill or parsley before serving.
- Crumble feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan on top.
- Add other vegetables like carrots or green beans, adjusting roasting time.
- Serve over cooked grains like quinoa or farro for a heartier meal.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
- Grilling is an alternative roasting method.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350 °F (175 °C) for 8–10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting and Vinaigrette
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: Varies (from vegetables and optional honey)
- Sodium: To taste
- Fat: Mainly from olive oil
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies (from vegetables and optional honey)
- Fiber: Varies (from vegetables)
- Protein: Modest (from vegetables)
- Cholesterol: 0mg