Roasted Garlic Asparagus with Creamy Lemon Tahini
Roasted Garlic Asparagus with Creamy Tahini is a simple, flavorful side dish made with tender roasted asparagus, mellow garlic, and a smooth, lemony tahini drizzle. A easy side that's ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 - 3 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Creamy Lemon Tahini
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/8 cup lemon juice
- 5 tablespoons water (to thin)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash, pat dry, and trim the stems that are woody ends (the thick, tougher part at end - about 1/2 inch off) of asparagus. Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place asparagus on the sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and toss with garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 15 minutes, until tender with lightly crisp edges.
- In a small bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer asparagus to a serving plate and drizzle with tahini. Serve warm.