Parmesan Roasted Asparagus: Crispy, Cheesy Perfection in 20 Minutes

This Parmesan Roasted Asparagus is a quick, cheesy side dish that elevates any meal, ready in under 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Asparagus

1 lb Fresh Asparagus washed and trimmed
2 tbsp Olive Oil or Avocado Oil

For Seasoning

2 cloves Garlic minced
Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste

For the Topping

1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Lemon Zest and/or Lemon Juice optional but recommended
Red Pepper Flakes a pinch, optional
2-3 tbsp Seasoned Breadcrumbs optional

Equipment

oven
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and add minced garlic, salt, and pepper to taste, ensuring even coating.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus, adding optional red pepper flakes or lemon zest if desired.
Roast the asparagus in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until crisp-tender and lightly browned.
Remove from oven, squeeze lemon juice over the top, and add an extra sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, choose fresh asparagus with tightly closed tips, and avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet to maintain crispiness.

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