Food & Cooking Recipes Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes Roasted Sesame Asparagus 3.9 (56) 1 Review By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 20, 2021 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Make these roasted asparagus with sesame for a delightful take on the classic side dish. Ingredients 2 bunches (1 ½ pounds) thick asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths 2 tablespoons olive oil Coarse salt 1 ½ teaspoons sesame seeds Directions Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a roasting pan, toss with oil; season with salt. Roast 10 minutes, turning the asparagus halfway through. Add sesame seeds, and roast until the asparagus is lightly browned and tender, about 5 minutes more. Rate it Print