Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter
This easy side dish is a great way to use fresh produce from the local markets in late spring when flavorful asparagus and booming and cherry tomatoes are just in season here in the pacific northwest.
Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or sautéing, this vibrant combination of tender asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes coated in garlic herb butter is the perfect addition to any meal, highlighting the fresh flavors of the season.
Ingredients In Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
- Fresh asparagus
- Cherry tomatoes
- Garlic herb butter
- Salt
Substitutions
Cherry tomatoes: Swap with grape tomatoes for a similar burst of flavor.
Asparagus: Substitute with green beans for a slightly different but equally delicious option.
Garlic herb butter: Use regular butter or extra-virgin olive oil, I love Graza, and season with fresh garlic or garlic powder along with dried herbs like Italian seasoning or oregano. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Trim the asparagus Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus.
Step 2: Season In a large bowl, toss the asparagus and cherry tomatoes with melted garlic herb butter and a pinch of salt. Make sure everything is evenly coated.
Step 3: Cook (Grill, Roasted, Sauteed, Air-Fried)
Grilled
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F to 400°F).
- Prepare a grill basket: Cover a grill basket with foil will help keep the cherry tomatoes from falling through the grates and the butter and tomatoes own juices from dripping into the grill. If you don’t have one, you can use foil.
- Grill the asparagus and tomatoes: Place the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in the grill basket and cook for 4-6 minutes. Use tongs to turn occasionally until they have cooked.
Roasted
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange on a sheet pan: Spread the asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a parchment paper lined sheet pan in a single layer.
- Roast: Roast asparagus and tomatoes in the oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping the asparagus halfway through. The asparagus should be tender, and the tomatoes should start to blister and soften.
Sauteed
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté asparagus: Add 1 tbsp of garlic herb butter to the pan. Once melted, add the asparagus and tomatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.The asparagus will be tender and tomatoes softened. If you want a little crunch in your asparagus cook for 8-10 minutes.
Air Fryer
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange in the basket: Place the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry: Cook for 5-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. The asparagus should be tender, and the tomatoes will be slightly blistered.
Serving Suggestions
Once cooked, arrange the asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a serving platter, then drizzle with any remaining garlic herb butter and a pinch of salt to taste. For extra flavor, try adding a balsamic reduction, a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan, or some fresh basil on top.
This dish makes a delicious side for a variety of meals. It is perfect for a dinner party, special occasions, or even busy weeknights. Pair it with baked tofu, lemon grilled shrimp or salmon, or a hearty quinoa and chickpea bowl for a complete, well-rounded meal.
Dietitian Approved
Here are five reasons why this recipe is dietitian approved.
- Nutrient-Rich: Packed with fiber, folate, and vitamin K from asparagus.
- Antioxidant Power: Provides vitamin C and lycopene from cherry tomatoes.
- Seasonal Freshness: Highlights nutrient-dense, fresh produce at its peak.
- Balanced: Fiber-rich veggies and simple prep create a satisfying, healthy dish.
- Quick & Easy: Minimal prep and straightforward cooking make it an effortless, nutritious option.
Asparagus Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
Equipment
- 1 grill basket see notes
Ingredients
- 1 lbs asparagus 1 bunch
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- 3 tbsp garlic herb butter recipe
Instructions
Step 1: Trim the asparagus
- Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus.
Step 2: Season
- In a large bowl, toss the asparagus and cherry tomatoes with melted garlic herb butter and a pinch of salt. Make sure everything is evenly coated.
Step 3: Cook (Grill, Roasted, Sauteed, Air-Fried)
- GrilledPreheat grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F to 400°F).Prepare a grill basket: Cover a grill basket with foil will help keep the cherry tomatoes from falling through the grates and the butter and tomatoes own juices from dripping into the grill. If you don't have one, you can use foil.Grill the asparagus and tomatoes: Place the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in the grill basket and cook for 4-6 minutes. Use tongs to turn occasionally until they have cooked.
- RoastedPreheat oven to 400°F (200°C).Arrange on a sheet pan: Spread the asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a parchment paper lined sheet pan in a single layer.Roast: Roast asparagus and tomatoes in the oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping the asparagus halfway through. The asparagus should be tender, and the tomatoes should start to blister and soften.
- SauteedHeat a large skillet over medium heat.Sauté asparagus: Add 1 tbsp of garlic herb butter to the pan. Once melted, add the asparagus and tomatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.The asparagus will be tender and tomatoes softened. If you want a little crunch in your asparagus cook for 8-10 minutes.
- Air FryerPreheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).Arrange in the basket: Place the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.Air fry: Cook for 5-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. The asparagus should be tender, and the tomatoes will be slightly blistered.
Notes
Nutrition
Hi, I'm Sarah Harper. I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who loves to cook, eat, and talk about food! Here at The Addy Bean, you'll discover an array of flexitarian recipes. My mission is to inspire and encourage others to eat and explore the world of plant-based foods!
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