Spring cooking brings simple, colorful and flavorful dishes to the table, and baked asparagus and potatoes are a perfect example. An easy and quick vegetarian recipe, ideal for those who want to prepare a tasty and wholesome side without spending too much time in the kitchen.
The combination of tender, slightly aromatic asparagus and golden, crispy potatoes creates an irresistible balance of textures and flavors. Every bite captures the goodness of seasonal ingredients, turning a simple dish into a truly satisfying proposal.
This baked asparagus and potatoes recipe is perfect both as a versatile side to pair with meat, fish or egg main courses, and as a light vegetarian main dish. With a few ingredients and a preparation within everyone’s reach, it is an ideal solution to bring flavor, simplicity and balance to the table.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking time: 35 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Servings
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring
Ingredients
- 1 lb 5 oz lbs potatoes
- 14 oz fresh asparagus
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (unpeeled)
- to taste salt and pepper
- sprigs thyme and rosemary
Tools
- 1 Baking tray candy
Preparation
Parboil the potatoes in salted water for about 8–10 minutes to slightly soften them, then drain and let them cool;
Clean the asparagus by trimming off the toughest ends, rinse them under running water and gently pat them dry;
Arrange the potatoes and asparagus on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spreading them out evenly;
Season with extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper and herbs to taste such as rosemary or thyme, mixing gently to coat all the ingredients;
Add the unpeeled garlic cloves to perfume the preparation without overpowering the main flavors;
Bake in a static oven preheated to 374°F (190°C) for about 30–35 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking to achieve even browning;
Remove from the oven when potatoes and asparagus are golden and tender, let rest a few minutes and serve hot or warm
Store in an airtight container to maintain flavor and texture;
Consume within 2–3 days of preparation
