Crispy Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
A quick and easy roasted asparagus side dish featuring fresh garlic and Parmesan cheese, delivering crispy edges and bold flavor perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: zest of 1 lemon
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the asparagus stalks and pat dry. Trim about 1-2 inches off the woody ends.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well.
- Add the trimmed asparagus to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the garlic oil mixture.
- Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender yet crisp, shaking the pan or flipping the stalks halfway through.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle Parmesan evenly over the asparagus, and return to oven for 2-3 minutes to melt and crisp the cheese.
- Optionally, zest a lemon over the asparagus before serving. Serve immediately.
Notes
If garlic burns during roasting, reduce oven temperature or add garlic halfway through roasting. Use parchment paper or non-stick baking sheets to prevent sticking. For dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 6-8 asparagus
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
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