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Roasted Asparagus Recipe {Whole30 + Keto}

18 · Mar 6, 2021 · 8 Comments

Side Dishes, Whole30

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Roasted Asparagus Recipe – This baked and roasted asparagus in the oven is my quick and easy, toddler approved go to side dish recipe for any busy night! It’s the perfect Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Vegan and Keto side dish.

Originally published on June 19, 2019. Last updated on March 6, 2021.

Roasted Asparagus on a white serving plate.

Roasted Asparagus

I’m a HUGE fan of asparagus. I love it and eat it as often as I can find it. It’s one of those simple sides that takes no effort, very little time and compliments just about any dish paired with. I’ve made it several times recently at family functions and had multiple requests for it to go up as a written recipe. It’s a super simple one but here you go guys!

Looking for another great vegetable to roast? If you haven’t tried Roasted Radishes yet, they are a MUST – just trust me!

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Raw asparagus ready for the oven on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Do I Need To Snap Off The Asparagus Stalks

This recipe calls for snapping the stalks and discarding the ends. I explain step by step instructions in the recipe below but I this may not seem necessary or even seem wasteful to some but the bottom ends of the stalks are very woody and stringy and neither I nor my daughter enjoy them so we snap them off. This step of coarse is optional if you know you like the ends. If you’re not sure I’d recommend leaving just a few on to try as testers and removing the rest.

Ingredients For Roasted Whole30 Asparagus

This roasted whole30 asparagus really couldn’t be easier to make and boy is it delicious! Asparagus, avocado oil, salt and pepper is all this recipe calls for. It’s simple and still flavor-packed. It’s the perfect throw together quick veggie side on busy evenings or an easy side dish that takes up little precious oven time and space on holidays! It’s a true winner. This simple dish is also whole30, paleo, keto, AIP and vegan. Make sure to pin this recipe for later and follow long on Pinterest to see all the amazing dishes (both mine and others’) that I’m sharing!

Whole30 Asparagus on a white platter.

How to make This Paleo Asparagus Recipe

This roasted whole30 asparagus really couldn’t be easier to make and boy is it delicious! To make this paleo asparagus recipe, begin by preheating the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Now you are ready to snap off the ends of each asparagus stalk to discard the “woody” ends. To do this, hold one end of the stalk in each hand and slowly bend the ends toward each other until the asparagus snaps. Most stalks should snap in about the same spot. Discard the ends and rinse and pat dry the top portion.

Place the stalks on your prepared baking sheet and drizzle with avocado oil then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat the stalks then arrange them evenly spaced on the baking sheet.

Bake for 12-15 minutes (depending on how firm you prefer your stalks) at 450 degrees. I prefer mine cooked the full 15 minutes so they are softer with a bit of crisp to the edges.

Once done, remove from the oven and sample a piece. Add more salt if needed. Serve immediately with your favorite main course. Eat and enjoy!

How To Make Roasted Asparagus AIP Compliant

To make this roasted asparagus recipe AIP compliant just don’t include the optional black pepper and everything else meets autoimmune protocol!

How To Make Keto Asparagus

As is, this recipe is perfect for a keto or low carb diet but if you want a keto asparagus recipe with a higher fat content, this recipe is delicious with mozzarella melted on top. To do this follow the recipe exactly, once finished roasting remove the sheet pan from the oven and scoot the asparagus stalks next to each other in a row. Then sprinkle on 1 cup of shredded full fat mozzarella and broil for 4-5 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning, roast until the cheese just begins to become golden on top. The result will be crispy roasted keto asparagus with gooey melted cheese that will impress even the most skeptical asparagus critic. Enjoy!

Paleo asparagus stalks on a white serving dish.

More Whole30 Side Dishes

  • Whole30 + Keto Cauliflower Mash
  • Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Whole30 Mashed Potatoes
  • Whole30 Gravy
  • Hot German Potato Salad

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Roasted Asparagus Recipe

★★★★★ 5 from 4 reviews
  • Author: Nicole
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
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Roasted Asparagus Recipe – This baked and roasted asparagus in the oven is my quick and easy, toddler approved go to side dish recipe for any busy night! It’s the perfect Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Vegan and Keto side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch of thin asparagus stalks
  • 1/2 teaspoon avocado oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon unrefined sea salt
  • pinch/grind of freshly cracked black pepper (omit if doing AIP)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Snap the ends off each asparagus stalk to discard the “woody” ends. To do this, hold one end of the stalk in each hand and slowly bend the ends toward each other until the asparagus snaps. Most stalks should snap in about the same spot. Discard the ends and rinse and pat dry the top portion.
  4. Place the stalks on your prepared baking sheet and drizzle with avocado oil then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss to coat the stalks then arrange them evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes (depending on how firm you prefer your stalks) at 450 degrees. I prefer mine cooked the full 15 minutes so they are softer with a bit of crisp to the edges.
  7. Once done, remove from the oven and sample a piece. Add more salt if needed.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite main course. Eat and enjoy!

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Comments

  1. Lori says

    November 29, 2019 at 7:24 am

    Not sure why it took me until my 50’s to decide to roast asparagus….this is so delicious! Made it before Thanksgiving — made it on Thanksgiving….will continue to keep it on the menu! Thank you!

    ★★★★★

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    • Nicole says

      November 29, 2019 at 9:16 am

      So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Bob says

    November 29, 2019 at 7:30 am

    I never liked asparagus before trying this roasted recipe. Thanks!

    ★★★★★

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    • Nicole says

      November 29, 2019 at 9:16 am

      Roasted asparagus is my favorite too! So glad you enjoyed it Bob.

      Reply
  3. Lori says

    February 2, 2020 at 6:46 am

    Made this again. Was able to find some thin asparagus stalks from New Seasons Market. So good!

    ★★★★★

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    • Nicole says

      February 2, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it Lori!

      Reply
  4. CIndy says

    March 3, 2022 at 10:17 am

    Sounds yummy – I have a question. Have you made it without the parchment? Do you use it to prevent sticking? Does it start to stick to the parchment? I am considering trying it on a bare sheet pan. Thanks!

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    • Nicole says

      March 5, 2022 at 2:48 pm

      Hi Cindy! You certainly don’t have to have parchment paper and can roast them right on the baking sheet, because their tossed in oil there shouldn’t be any sticking. Enjoy!

      ★★★★★

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