Pan Roasted Asparagus
Elevate your side-dish game with this quick and flavorful Pan Roasted Asparagus recipe! Featuring tender-crisp asparagus spears pan-seared to perfection in olive oil, this dish is complemented by the bold flavors of fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this 12-minute recipe combines simplicity with gourmet flair, offering a healthy, low-carb, and gluten-free option that pairs beautifully with any main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for an easy veggie side, this recipe delivers vibrant flavor and irresistible texture in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears (about 1-2 inches from the bottom).
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in the olive oil.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the asparagus spears in a single layer.
Cook the asparagus for 3-4 minutes, occasionally tossing, until the spears are slightly browned.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent the garlic from burning.
Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the asparagus, tossing to coat evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat, and drizzle the asparagus with lemon juice and lemon zest.
Transfer the asparagus to a serving dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2523 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*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.
