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Roasted Asparagus

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This quick and easy recipe for oven roasted asparagus is the perfect spring side dish. This basic recipe can be seasoned many different ways; add lemon juice, garlic or shaved parmesan for variations.

This quick and easy recipe for oven roasted asparagus is the perfect spring side dish. This basic recipe can be seasoned many different ways; add lemon juice, garlic or shaved parmesan for variations.

Roasted Asparagus

Roasted asparagus a super easy side dish that goes well with just about anything from poultry, to steak, baked ham or pork. Great for any holiday like Thanksgiving, Christmas or Easter.

How To Roast Asparagus

This simple method will give you tender-crisp asparagus in about 10 minutes. I simply spritz it with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Then I roast the asparagus in a 400 degree oven for 10 minutes.

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus spears, usually about 1-2 inches from the bottom or where they easily snap off.
  3. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer. Spritz olive oil and season with salt and pepper, or any other desired seasonings.
  4. Toss the asparagus gently to coat them evenly.
  5. Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for approximately 10-15 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the asparagus spears.
  6. Check the asparagus periodically and remove them from the oven when they are tender and lightly browned. You can test their doneness by piercing them with a fork or a knife. They should be easily pierced but still have some firmness.

How Long to Roast Asparagus

The cooking time for roasting asparagus can vary depending on the size of the asparagus spears and the desired level of doneness. At 400F or 425F cooking time can take 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the asparagus spears.

Roasted Asparagus Ideas and Variations

  • After the asparagus is roasted, squeeze some fresh lemon juice on top.
  • Top it with 1 ounce of shaved Parmesan or crumbled Feta cheese.
  • Melt some Swiss cheese or mozzarella cheese on top for cheesy asparagus.
  • Add 1 clove minced garlic to the asparagus before roasting.

This quick and easy recipe for oven roasted asparagus is the perfect spring side dish. This basic recipe can be seasoned many different ways; add lemon juice, garlic or shaved parmesan for variations.

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Roasted Asparagus Recipe

5 from 8 votes
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Cals:26
Protein:2.5
Carbs:5
This quick and easy oven roasted asparagus recipe is the perfect spring vegetable side dish.
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Roasted Asparagus
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Serving Size: 4 ounces

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Wash and trim hard ends off asparagus. Place them in a single layer on a sheet pan.
  • Spray the asparagus all over with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast in oven approximately 10 minutes, or until tender crisp.

Optional

  • If you wish, you can top them after with Parmesan cheese, or fresh lemon juice, or melt some cheese on top.

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Nutrition

Serving: 4 ounces, Calories: 26 kcal, Carbohydrates: 5 g, Protein: 2.5 g, Sodium: 2 mg, Fiber: 2.5 g, Sugar: 2 g

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