Roasted Lemon Garlic Asparagus
Roasted Lemon Garlic Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Wash the asparagus spears thoroughly. Snap off the woody ends; they will naturally break where the tender part begins. Pat the asparagus dry with a paper towel.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the trimmed asparagus, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to ensure all the asparagus spears are evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Spread the seasoned asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this can steam the asparagus instead of roasting it.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Roast for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly browned. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your asparagus spears.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese during the last 2 minutes of roasting, or immediately after removing from the oven.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish.
⏱️ 1 min
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Roasted Lemon Garlic Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Wash the asparagus spears thoroughly. Snap off the woody ends; they will naturally break where the tender part begins. Pat the asparagus dry with a paper towel.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a large bowl, combine the trimmed asparagus, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to ensure all the asparagus spears are evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Spread the seasoned asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this can steam the asparagus instead of roasting it.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Roast for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly browned. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your asparagus spears.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese during the last 2 minutes of roasting, or immediately after removing from the oven.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish.
⏱️ 1 min