Description
A quick and delicious recipe for oven roasted asparagus topped with parmesan for a crispy, flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh asparagus (Look for firm stalks and tight tips.)
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil (Use to drizzle on asparagus.)
- 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced (Can substitute with 1 teaspoon garlic powder.)
- 1/3-1/2 cup Parmesan, finely grated (Freshly grated is preferred for better melting.)
- Lemon zest and/or juice, to taste (Add zest after roasting, juice lightly at the end.)
- Salt and black pepper (To taste.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends.
- Spread the asparagus out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan.
- Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Toss to coat directly on the pan.
Roasting
- Roast in the preheated oven until tips are crisp and stalks are tender, about 8-15 minutes based on thickness.
- Add Parmesan over the asparagus for the final 2-4 minutes of roasting.
- Remove from the oven and add lemon zest and juice as desired.
Notes
Use finely grated Parmesan for best results. Ensure asparagus is dry before seasoning to avoid steaming.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American