Description
This simple Parmesan roasted asparagus is a quick and flavorful side dish made with fresh asparagus, olive oil, garlic, and melted Parmesan cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant meals, this recipe delivers crispy edges and tender asparagus in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash asparagus and trim the tough woody ends.
- Place asparagus on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the asparagus.
- Toss gently to coat evenly and arrange in a single layer.
- Roast in the oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Return to oven and roast another 5 minutes until cheese melts and asparagus becomes tender.
- Sprinkle lemon zest before serving if desired.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus and grate Parmesan cheese yourself if possible. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet so the asparagus roasts instead of steaming. You can add red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 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: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg