Roasted Asparagus With Balsamic Browned Butter - Healthy Low-Cal

Flavourful and healthy side-dish!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 40  asparagus spears, trimmed (about 2 pounds)
•  cooking spray
• 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 2  teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1  teaspoon  balsamic vinegar
•  cracked black pepper (optional)
•  grated lemon rind (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Arrange asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet; coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 400° for 12 minutes or until tender.
3. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar.
4. Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat. Garnish with cracked pepper and rind, if desired.