Description
Learn how to make perfectly oven-roasted asparagus with this simple and flavorful recipe. Tender asparagus spears are seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese for a delightful side dish that pairs well with any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of lemon juice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Prepare Asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Season: Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic if using. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast: Roast in the oven for 12–15 minutes until tender and slightly crisp on the tips.
- Finish: Remove from oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese or lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Notes:
- Thicker stalks may require additional roasting time.
- Try adding red pepper flakes or balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 bunch
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
