Description
A simple and healthy side dish featuring perfectly roasted asparagus with olive oil, delivering fresh flavors and a crisp texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (about 450 g) fresh asparagus
- 1½ to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 lemon (zested and cut into wedges)
- Optional: 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced or minced
- Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan or 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse asparagus under cold water and pat dry with a towel.
- Trim the woody ends of asparagus stalks.
- Place asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 10–15 minutes, depending on thickness, turning halfway through.
- In the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, add Parmesan or breadcrumbs if using.
- After roasting, zest lemon over the asparagus and squeeze wedges for fresh juice.
- Taste one spear and adjust cooking time as necessary before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature; pairs well with grains or proteins like fish or chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: asparagus, roasted vegetables, healthy recipes, simple side dishes