Description
This Italian Asparagus recipe is an easy and flavorful side dish featuring fresh asparagus baked with seasoned diced tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs. Perfect for a quick 30-minute preparation, it brings tangy and savory Italian flavors to your table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
Canned Goods
- 1 (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, drained
Seasonings
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Cheese & Toppings
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375ºF (190ºC) and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Add tomatoes and seasonings: Spoon the drained diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano over the asparagus. Then sprinkle the garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and black pepper evenly on top.
- Prepare cheese topping: In a small bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese with the bread crumbs. Evenly sprinkle this mixture over the tomatoes and asparagus.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, until the asparagus is tender and the topping is golden and crisp.
Notes
- For best texture, trim woody ends of asparagus before cooking.
- Drain the canned tomatoes well to avoid excess moisture in the dish.
- You can substitute bread crumbs with panko for a crunchier topping.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for richer flavor.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or pasta as a side.
