Roasted Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms

Up your spring veggie game with this delicious combo of fresh green asparagus and woodsy mushrooms in this popular Chinese dish -- Roasted Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms. So easy and delicious, and gluten-free!

Asparagus is available year-round, but spring is the best season for this nutritious vegetable. Choose fresh asparagus that is bright green with no signs of shriveling. The tender tips may have a purplish cast, but they should be firm and tight (never mushy). 

Shiitake mushrooms are savory and woodsy with a delicate texture when roasted. They pair perfectly with the brightness of green asparagus.

How to make this recipe

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2. While oven is heating, trim the asparagus stems, and slice the shiitake mushrooms and shallots. Arrange the asparagus spears and mushrooms on a baking tray in a single layer. Top with the sliced shallots.
3. Make the sauce: Whisk together lemon juice, dijon mustard, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pour on top of the veggies and toss if necessary.
4. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until veggies are fully roasted. Remove from oven and serve on a platter. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and lemon zest.

What you'll need for the roasted asparagus and shiitake mushrooms sauce

This simple sauce brings bright flavors to beautiful side dish! Citrusy lemon combined with the mildly spicy dijon mustard and red pepper flakes elevates this dish to a new level!

Toss the asparagus and shiitake mushrooms in this lemony sauce before roasting. The flavor of these roasted veggies are simply out of this world!

This beautiful, gluten-free side dish is so impressive! Serve this to your dinner guests and they will definitely be asking for the recipe! Note to self: Bookmark this one!

What to serve with roasted asparagus and shiitake mushrooms

Here are suggestions of recipes on the blog that pair well with these Roasted Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms:

• Miso Glazed Salmon
• Surf & Turf Grilled Flank Steak and Seared Scallops
• Pan Seared Halibut with Nuoc Cham
• Chinese Five Spice Pork Tenderloin

Tips & Tricks

• Look for asparagus that's green and firm (not mushy). I like to use thicker asparagus spears for this recipe so they don't shrink up too much in the oven.
• Some people like to eat the stems on the shiitake mushrooms. They tend to be very dirty and chewy, so it's best to cut them off.
• This yummy sauce is good on many other roasted veggies, like broccoli, cauliflower, and green beans. Or, toss it in a salad for a delicious dressing!
• Use the leftovers in a salad. Delicious!

Want more recipes like this?

If you liked this Roasted Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms recipe, you’re going to want these side dishes:

• Asian Grilled Sweet and Spicy Asparagus
• Easy Grilled Asparagus Spears
• Miso Tofu and Bok Choy Stir Fry
• Baby Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic

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