Caesar Asparagus

By Phillips

SKINNY FACTS: for 1 serving

95 calories, 4g fat, 5g protein, 12g carbs, 3g fiber, 255mg sodium, 1g sugar

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus (I used 1 bundle from Trader Joe’s) trim the ends
• 1 slice multi-grain or whole wheat bread, I used Milton’s Original Healthy Multi-Grain bread
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• Cooking spray, I used olive oil cooking spray for this recipe
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Topping Ingredients
• 1 1/2 tablespoons Light Caesar Dressing, such as Cardini’s or Girards Light Caesar
• 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated or shredded

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 20mins
Adapted from skinnykitchen.com

Preparation

Step 1

1 slice multi-grain or whole wheat bread, I used Milton’s Original Healthy Multi-Grain bread

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Toast bread and cut into bite size pieces. Coat a pan with cooking spray. Place asparagus on pan along with diced toasted bread. Drizzle 2 teaspoon of olive oil over the top. Using hands, toss well to coat asparagus and bread cubes. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Roast in oven for about 6-8 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and bright green in color. Remove from oven.

3. Place asparagus in serving dish. Sprinkle croutons all over asparagus. Drizzle dressing over top and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese.