Description
Crispy roasted asparagus with parmesan is a quick and flavorful side dish made with fresh asparagus, olive oil, garlic, and parmesan cheese. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of asparagus while the parmesan adds a rich savory finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and trim the woody ends from the asparagus.
- Place asparagus on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread asparagus in a single layer.
- Roast for 10–12 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over asparagus.
- Roast an additional 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
Notes
Choose thin asparagus for the best texture. Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or the asparagus will steam instead of roast. Fresh parmesan cheese provides the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: B
- 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