Spicy Cajun Asparagus
Add a bold kick to your dinner table with Spicy Cajun Asparagus, a quick and easy side dish bursting with flavor and ready in just 15 minutes! This roasted asparagus recipe features tender spears coated in a zesty blend of Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. The vibrant seasoning is perfectly balanced with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, adding a bright note to every bite. Oven-roasted to perfection, this dish boasts caramelized edges and an irresistible hint of smokiness, making it an ideal companion for grilled meats, seafood, or even as a spicy snack. Packed with nutrients, gluten-free, and effortlessly delicious, this Spicy Cajun Asparagus is a flavor-packed way to elevate your vegetable game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.25 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 small lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the asparagus and trim the tough ends (about 1-2 inches from the base of each spear).
Place the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the olive oil over the asparagus, ensuring even coating.
In a small bowl, mix together the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the asparagus, gently tossing to coat all the spears.
Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove the asparagus from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
Zest the lemon lightly over the asparagus and then cut the lemon into wedges to serve alongside for added brightness.
Serve warm and enjoy your Spicy Cajun Asparagus as a side dish or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
385 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2144 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1043 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.
