Asparagus with Za'atar Breadcrumbs

Olio Taibi
Category

Side Dish

A little crunch plus the savory depth of za'atar seasoning combine for a fast and easy way to dress up asparagus.

Ingredients

    For Asparagus

    • 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed (see note)
    • 2 TBS Olio Taibi Biancolilla Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • Kosher salt

    For Za'atar Breadcrumbs

    • 2 TBS Olio Taibi Biancolilla Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • 4 tsp Za'atar (see note)
    • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (homemade or panko)

    Directions

      For Asparagus

      1. Preheat oven to 375.
      2. Toss asparagus with Olio Taibi Biancolilla Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a few pinches of kosher salt on a rimmed baking sheet.
      3. Roast asparagus for 10-15 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.

      For Za'atar Breadcrumbs

      1. In a large skillet, heat Olio Taibi Biancolilla Extra Virgin Olive Oil over medium heat until shimmering.
      2. Add breadcrumbs and Za'atar to pan and toast, stirring regularly, for a couple minutes until everything is lightly browned and smells deliciously toasty.

      To Serve

      1. Pile asparagus on a platter and then sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs over the spears. Serve warm.