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Sauteed balsamic glazed asparagus in a pink low bowl sprinkled with flaky sea salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley.

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Balsamic Glazed Asparagus

Recipe by Veronika Sykorova

This Balsamic Glazed Asparagus is sauteed in a pan and tossed with the most delicious garlicky honey balsamic sauce! It's so easy to make and goes with practically any meal! It's such a great vegetarian side for spring and summer, and it can easily be made vegan as well.

  • Total Time16 minutes
  • Yield3-4 1x
  • DietVegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 1/2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp tapioca starch
  • 1/2 tsp water

Instructions

  1. Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus by holding one at both ends and bending it. It will snap where the woody part stops.
  2. Add the asparagus and avocado oil to a large pan over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  3. Add a splash of hot water (cold water will make the oil splatter a lot more) and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
  4. While it’s cooking, make the glaze.
  5. In a small bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, grated garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
  6. In a separate small bowl, mix together tapioca starch and water to create a slurry and whisk it into the sauce.
  7. Deglaze the pan with a splash of hot water again. This cools it down slightly and prevents the sauce from burning.
  8. Whisk the sauce again to make sure the tapioca hasn’t settled on the bottom, and pour it over the asparagus.
  9. Cook for 1 more minute on medium-low heat. It will start to thicken immediately. Use tongs to toss the asparagus in the sauce as it thickens.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Storing: You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. I don’t recommend freezing it.

Reheating: Reheat the asparagus in a pan with a small splash of water for a few minutes or until warmed through.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 11 mins
  • Category: Sides
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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