Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 lemon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Wash the asparagus spears and pat them dry with a paper towel. Trim off the woody ends. The easiest way to do this is to hold an asparagus spear by both ends and bend it; it will naturally snap where the woody part begins.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the trimmed asparagus, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until the asparagus is evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Spread the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded, as this will steam them instead of roasting.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Roast for 8-10 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your asparagus spears.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the roasted asparagus. Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Serve immediately. If desired, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
⏱️ 1 min
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Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
- 1 pound asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 lemon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Wash the asparagus spears and pat them dry with a paper towel. Trim off the woody ends. The easiest way to do this is to hold an asparagus spear by both ends and bend it; it will naturally snap where the woody part begins.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a large bowl, combine the trimmed asparagus, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until the asparagus is evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Spread the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded, as this will steam them instead of roasting.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Roast for 8-10 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your asparagus spears.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the roasted asparagus. Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Serve immediately. If desired, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
⏱️ 1 min