Spicy and Sweet Cheesy Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Spicy and Sweet Cheesy Asparagus recipe! Perfectly roasted asparagus spears are tossed in a bold mix of olive oil, honey, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder for the ultimate balance of spice and sweetness. Topped with a luscious combination of melted Parmesan and mozzarella, this dish is a cheesy, flavor-packed delight that’s impossible to resist. With a hint of optional lemon zest for a zippy finish, this quick and easy 25-minute recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as an elegant addition to your holiday table. Serve this gooey, golden-brown asparagus fresh from the oven and watch it disappear in minutes! Keywords: roasted asparagus, spicy and sweet asparagus, cheesy asparagus recipe, quick side dish, easy vegetable recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Wash and trim the woody ends from the asparagus spears. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Add the asparagus to the bowl and toss well to coat each spear evenly in the spicy and sweet mixture.
Spread the asparagus evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella evenly over the asparagus.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Optionally, sprinkle fresh lemon zest over the finished dish for a bright pop of flavor before serving.
Serve immediately while the asparagus is warm and the cheese is gooey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1856 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 741 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 74 mg | 2% | |
*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.
