Roasted Lemon Parmesan Garlic Asparagus: A Delightful Quick Treat for the Whole Family
Tender-crisp asparagus roasted to perfection with zesty lemon, nutty Parmesan, and aromatic garlic. This simple yet elegant side dish comes together in just 20 minutes and will become your new go-to vegetable recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the oil mixture over asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
- Roast for 10-12 minutes until tender but still crisp (thicker spears may need 2-3 minutes longer).
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer to serving platter, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Choose asparagus with tight, firm tips and vibrant green color
- For extra crispiness, place asparagus directly on the rack (no pan)
- Parmesan alternatives: Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast for vegan option
- Add 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
- Leftovers keep refrigerated for 2 days (best served fresh)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
