Roasted Asparagus With Garlic Dressing

• lbs fresh asparagus↗2
• tablespoons virgin olive oil↗1 1⁄2
• Dressing
• tablespoons light soy sauce (if using regular soy sauce, add 2 tablespoons more water) or 3 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce (if using regular soy sauce, add 2 tablespoons more water)↗3
• tablespoon minced garlic1
• teaspoon sugar↗1
• tablespoons water↗2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 475 degrees. Snap off the tough woods ends of the asparagus and rinse the spears. Drain on paper towels. Spread the asparagus out on a cookie sheet and brush or toss with the olive oil.

2. 2

   Roast the asparagus 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender when pierced with the tip of a knife. Alternatively, you can grill or steam the asparagus for 4 to 5 minutes, until tender. Arrange the asparagus on a serving plate.

3. 3

   Stir together the ingredients of the garlic dressing until the sugar has dissolved. Pour over the asparagus or serve as a dipping sauce. Serve warm or at room temperature.