Pan Roasted Asparagus with Red Onion and Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Pan Roasted Asparagus with Red Onion and Bacon. Bursting with flavor and texture, this quick and easy recipe combines tender-crisp asparagus and sweet caramelized red onions with the savory crunch of crispy bacon. A hint of garlic, a drizzle of zesty lemon juice, and a touch of olive oil bring everything together for a balanced, restaurant-quality dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or fish. Whether you're looking for a healthy, low-carb side dish or a hearty vegetable medley packed with farmhouse flavors, this skillet recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 medium red onion
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends.
Peel and cut the red onion into thin slices.
Cut the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon pieces. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the sliced red onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Increase the heat to medium and add the asparagus spears to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and toss to coat in the bacon fat and olive oil.
Cook the asparagus, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until it is tender but still crisp.
Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and toss to combine with the asparagus and onions.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the dish, give it a final toss, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot as a side dish alongside your favorite protein or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1733 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1313 mg | 28% | |
*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.
