Roasted Asparagus With Parmesan
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This tender roasted asparagus with Parmesan is lightly crisp with fantastic flavor. It features garlic, cracked pepper, flaky salt, a drizzle of olive oil, and a bright squeeze of lemon. It’s a healthy delicious side for any meal.
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Roasting asparagus in the oven is quick and easy to do, and a real time saver. You can prep your main dish on stovetop while the asparagus is roasting in the oven. After you try it once, oven roasting will become your favorite method for preparing this veggie.
The only kitchen tools you’ll need: a large rimmed baking tray, parchment paper (for easy clean-up), a garlic press or knife, and kitchen tongs. If you have a lemon press, that’s helpful but not required.
🛒 Ingredients
- A fresh bundle of thin asparagus
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh garlic, pressed or minced
- Maldon flaky salt
- Freshly-ground black pepper
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Butter (optional)
- Freshly-squeezed lemon juice
🧑🏼🍳 HOW TO STORE FRESH ASPARAGUS: During asparagus season you’ll want to buy a few bundles at the farmers market. Keep them fresh in the fridge for several days by placing the stalks in a large mason jar filled with 3 inches of cold water. Cover the tops in plastic wrap for extra protection.
📖 RECIPE STEPS
PREP THE ASPARAGUS
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the asparagus. Pat stalks dry between paper towels.
- Snap off the dry woody ends and discard them.
- Place asparagus on the prepared tray.
SEASON & ROAST
- Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil. Sprinkle with pressed garlic, cracked black pepper, flaky salt, and a dusting of grated Parmesan.
- Gently toss the asparagus until fully coated in oil, spices and cheese.
- Roast asparagus in the oven for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the stalks slightly shrivel and become fork tender.
- Remove from oven. If desired, drizzle with melted butter.
👩🏻🍳 How to Serve Roasted AsparaguS WITH PARMESAN
- Squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the top to brighten the flavor.
- Sprinkle stalks and spears with additional Parmesan cheese.
- This simple recipe can be served warm or at room temperature. Pair it with your favorite dinner entrees and a loaf of crusty bread.
🍽 WHAT TO PAIR WITH ROASTED ASPARAGUS
For a complete dinner, pair this healthy side with a delicious entree. These are some of my favorites.
- Chicken Piccata
- Lemon Butter Chicken Meatballs
- Garlic Butter Steak Bites
- BBQ Meatloaf
- Pesto Chicken Bake
- Lemon Pasta With Crispy Salami
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Roasted Asparagus With Parmesan
- Total Time: 15 Minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Description
Roasted asparagus with Parmesan is lightly crisp with fantastic flavor. Make this delicious vegetable side in just 15 minutes. Ideal for weekday meals and Thanksgiving dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh thin asparagus
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- Flaky salt, to taste
- Freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
- 1 lemon, for juice
Instructions
RECIPE PREP: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimming baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse asparagus and pat dry between clean kitchen towels.
- Snap off the thick, tough woody ends and discard them.
- Place the asparagus the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pressed garlic, flaky salt, cracked pepper, and a few pinches of Parmesan. Toss the stalks until they’re well coated in the oil, spices and cheese.
- Bake thin stalks for 9 to 12 minutes (bake thicker stalks for 15 to 20 minutes), or until slightly wilted and fork tender. If desired, drizzle with melted butter.
- Transfer roasted asparagus to a serving tray. Brighten the flavor with a squeeze of lemon juice. Sprinkle the top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Recipe Variations: Lightly drizzle roasted asparagus with thick balsamic vinegar. For a hint of heat, sprinkle with red pepper flakes. For special occasions like Thanksgiving dinner, sprinkle the roasted asparagus with toasted sliced almonds.
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 10 Minutes
- Category: Vegetable
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
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Are you excited to make this healthy delicious side? Will you drizzle it with butter or sprinkle it with toasted sliced almonds? Share your thoughts in the comments below. I’d love to hear from you.
We’ve always loved roasted asparagus and it is so easy to make in a sheet pan. You can roast quite a few and now worry about whether they’re done or not. Perfect for a dinner party.
This is our favourite way to have asparagus, love the addition of grated parmesan cheese too!
Roasted asparagus is my favorite. Seriously, I think I made it clear for myself last week when I visited my friend’s house. They had a big table of dishes but it was asparagus for me that won the night! This looks perfect!
Everyone loves a ton of eating asparagus at our house. We love roasting it with garlic.
The easy shrimp scampi meal is an awesome shortcut meal. The asparagus, well, I am loving it ! Easy and delicious and ready in no time A perfect side dish
I love asparagus, and roasting it in the oven is so easy! A great side dish for any meal!
These roasted asparagus looks fantastic! I love green beans done this way, so I know I’d love it with asparagus too!
Oh sounds yummy! I should definitely try this out :)
Kasey Ma
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Oh My Goodness!!! I love asparagus!! I can’t wait to try this recipe out!!
I love roasting vegetables! It adds such a wonderful depth of flavor. And asparagus is one of my favorites to do. I like to mix it with other roasted veggies for a simple side dish
I love roasting veggies. I think it’s the best way to eat veggies. Love asparagus and often i roast them too. Kids love it like this. sounds so yum.
This is the best way to cook asparagus! Full of so much flavor and I love the crispy tips. Definitely a wonderful side dish to go with just about any meal.
I love roasted asparagus, it is just so easy and tasty. It’s the perfect side to the shrimp scampi!
Not sure we have these products in the UK but the recipe sounds delicious.
That shrimp scampi looks absolutely fantastic! I have to look for it next time I go shopping…these meals would really come in handy for those busy weeknights when I need a little break from kitchen duty. The roasted asparagus is a perfect side too. Great photos!
I haven’t tried the new Michael Angelo products. They look so good and the roasted asparagus.
I LOVE roasted asparagus!! I think it’s the best way to cook asparagus!
I love roasted asparagus, and it sounds great with the pasta! Sometimes I like to sprinkle a little feta on top of mine.
LOVE LOVE LOVE asparagus! Thank you for the recipe!
What a great idea to make a meal easier by combining a prepared dish with a simple, and delicious, homemade side! We love asparagus like this!
My family loves asparagus. This is a really great idea for many dishes. This is perfect for me. Thanks.
Oh my WOW that meal looks delicious! Yum!!
I do the same thing as far as roasting the asparaguses! I just use alot of garlic. I sometimes add slivered almonds :)
Sounds like a great side dish for the holiday, especially the color. It really pops for a Christmas holiday meal!
This is my favorite way to roast asparagus. So good!
Looks delicious! I love green asparagus!! It really makes a great side for many dinners and is so easy to make.