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Roasted Asparagus
Roasted Asparagus
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Elevate simple asparagus into an elegant side dish with this quick roasting method that brings out its natural sweetness. Tender asparagus spears are tossed with olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan, then roasted to perfection and finished with a bright squeeze of lemon juice. This 15-minute recipe transforms the vibrant spring vegetable into a caramelized delight with irresistible crispy tips. Perfect alongside grilled proteins or as part of a special brunch spread. - Claude
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Ingredients
1 bunch thin asparagus spears, trimmed*
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)
1 clove garlic, minced (Optional)
¼ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice (Optional)


Directions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place asparagus into a mixing bowl; drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and garlic; season to taste with salt and pepper if using.
Arrange asparagus in a single layer in a baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness.
Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.
Servings\Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving - Calories: 118; Total Fat: 10g (Saturated Fat: 1.5g); Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 186mg; Total Carbohydrates: 5g (Dietary Fiber: 2.5g, Sugars: 2g); Protein: 3g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
💬 Uncle Dave says...
Years ago, my Aunt Gussie taught us that the way to trim asparagus is to grasp each end of the stalk and bend it until it snaps. It will always snap at the right place between tender and woody. This recipe is from Allrecipes
*I am not sure what "thin" means here. Pencil thin is too thin. Thumb thick is almost too thick. Pinkie finger thick is just right.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Dave Ferguson 🔑 Keywords: asparagus, roasted, vegetables, side dish, easy, quick
🗂️ Categories: 🌽 Sides, 🍅 Veggies
📚 Collections: Uncle Dave's Cookbook, The TFR Cookbook
Roasted Asparagus was added on April 17, 2025 and last updated on June 22, 2025.
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