Easy Broiled Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this Easy Broiled Asparagus recipe, a quick and nutritious option ready in just 13 minutes! Tender asparagus spears are coated in olive oil, a hint of garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper, then broiled to perfection for a lightly charred, smoky flavor. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a savory touch, while optional lemon wedges bring a bright, zesty finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as an impressive yet effortless addition to your holiday table, this simple recipe delivers foolproof results every time. Healthy, versatile, and irresistibly delicious, broiled asparagus is a vegetable side you'll want to make on repeat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 pieces lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler on high and position the rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
Wash and trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Place the asparagus on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper evenly over the asparagus.
Spread the spears out in a single layer so that they broil evenly.
Broil the asparagus for 6-8 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the spears are tender and slightly charred on the edges.
If desired, sprinkle the hot asparagus with grated Parmesan cheese right after removing it from the oven.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of fresh flavor, if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 451 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
