Description
This roasted asparagus recipe is a simple yet elegant side dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh asparagus. With just a few pantry staples, you will create crisp-tender spears that pair beautifully with almost any main course.
Ingredients
1 pound fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese optional
1 teaspoon lemon zest optional
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400 F (200 C).
2. Wash asparagus and trim about 1 inch from the woody ends. Peel lower stalks if thick.
3. Place asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Drizzle with olive oil, add garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
5. Spread spears into a single layer for even roasting.
6. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes until tender with crisp tips.
7. Finish with Parmesan, lemon zest, or red pepper flakes before serving.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the baking sheet; spacing prevents steaming.
Adjust time by thickness; thin spears can finish in about 10 minutes.
Flavor boosters: balsamic glaze, crumbled feta, or chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (about 5 to 6 spears)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: asparagus, roasted asparagus, vegetable side dish