Description
Learn how to make delicious Roasted Asparagus with this easy recipe. Tender asparagus spears are roasted to perfection with olive oil, seasonings, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a delightful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- lemon wedges for serving
Asparagus:
Seasonings:
Serving:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare asparagus: Arrange the trimmed asparagus spears on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.
- Roast: Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender and lightly browned. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.
- Serve: Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Thicker asparagus may need extra roasting time.
- Great with roasted meats, fish, or as part of a vegetable platter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 5 spears
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
