Tomato Topped Asparagus

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy recipe for Tomato Topped Asparagus, the perfect side dish or light appetizer! Tender spears of fresh asparagus are sautéed to crisp-tender perfection, then topped with a colorful medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and freshly chopped basil. A drizzle of lemon juice and a touch of olive oil elevate the flavors, while a pinch of salt and black pepper adds just the right seasoning. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is not only packed with nutrients but also bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Serve it warm to let the fresh, zesty topping shine—your guests (and taste buds) will thank you! Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or any time you crave a simple yet stunning vegetable dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears. Set aside.

Step 2

Slice cherry tomatoes in half and mince the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh basil leaves finely.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus spears in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 4

Remove the asparagus from the skillet and arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 5

Using the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft but not mushy.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped basil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Cook for another 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 8

Spoon the tomato mixture over the cooked asparagus on the serving platter.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or a light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	650.8 grams (650.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	384

Total Fat 29.10g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 26.00g	9%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 10.50g
Protein 12.20g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149mg	11%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1330mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 25.1%