Name: Easy Honey-Balsamic Asparagus
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic; 1.25 pounds asparagus; 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; black pepper; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp honey

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Easy Honey-Balsamic Asparagus

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Crush and finely mince the garlic.

Trim the rough ends from the asparagus spears, and arrange on the baking sheet.

Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.

Whisk the balsamic vinegar and honey together in a small bowl.

Roast asparagus on middle rack of oven until it is crisp-tender and slightly charred, 15-20 minutes.

Check to see that asparagus is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Drizzle the honey-balsamic mixture over the asparagus spears. Serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Asparagus Thoroughly 💧
Pat asparagus completely dry with paper towels before cooking to ensure proper caramelization and prevent the glaze from becoming watery instead of syrupy.
Reduce the Glaze Separately 🍯
Whisk honey and balsamic vinegar together in a small pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to concentrate flavors and create a thicker, more luxurious coating that clings to the spears.
Snap Off the Woody Ends ✂️
Gently bend each asparagus spear until it naturally snaps—this removes the tough, fibrous bottom while preserving the tender, flavorful portion that cooks evenly.
Bloom Garlic in Oil First 🧄
Toast minced garlic in olive oil for 30-45 seconds before adding asparagus to release its aromatic compounds and create a deeper, more complex flavor base.
Finish with Glaze at the End 🎯
Add the honey-balsamic reduction in the final 1-2 minutes of cooking to preserve its bright acidity and glossy appearance rather than allowing it to caramelize too heavily.