Description
This Best Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan is a simple yet flavorful side dish. Fresh asparagus is roasted in olive oil and garlic until tender with crispy edges, then topped with melted parmesan cheese and bright lemon zest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Wash and trim asparagus by snapping off tough ends.
- Place asparagus on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and add garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread asparagus in a single layer.
- Roast for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
- Return to oven and roast 2 more minutes.
- Finish with lemon juice and lemon zest before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Always roast asparagus in a single layer to achieve crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg