Description
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus is a quick and flavorful side dish made with fresh asparagus, garlic, olive oil, and grated Parmesan cheese. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the asparagus while the Parmesan adds a savory finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash asparagus and trim the woody ends.
- Place asparagus on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus.
- Add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread asparagus in a single layer.
- Roast for 10–12 minutes.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the asparagus.
- Return to oven for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and serve.
Notes
Choose firm fresh asparagus for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan so the asparagus roasts instead of steaming. A squeeze of lemon juice adds brightness before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 6mg