Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this irresistible Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan recipe! Bursting with vibrant flavors and ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make dish combines tender, oven-roasted asparagus spears with a golden sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A hint of garlic powder, a drizzle of olive oil, and an optional touch of zesty lemon zest add layers of flavor to every bite. Perfect as a healthy, gluten-free side for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering, this recipe showcases how simple ingredients can create a gourmet result. Serve it warm and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Wash the asparagus spears thoroughly and trim the woody ends (about 1-2 inches from the bottom).
Place the asparagus spears in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the olive oil over the asparagus and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat the spears evenly.
Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove the asparagus from the oven and immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the hot spears, allowing it to melt slightly.
Optional: Garnish with lemon zest for a bright, citrusy finish.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1522 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*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.
