Baked Asparagus with Balsamic Butter Sauce

These sauced asparagus spears are a simple and delicious side dish. Bake them until tender, then pour a buttery soy and balsamic vinegar mixture over top.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 77 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• cooking spray
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 12 minutes.

Step 3

Arrange asparagus on a baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray, then season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from the heat and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar.

Step 5

Pour sauce over baked asparagus.