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Easy Roasted Asparagus Recipe: A Simple and Delicious Side Dish

Easy Roasted Asparagus Recipe: A Simple and Delicious Side Dish

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish, this Easy Roasted Asparagus is perfect for any meal. With just asparagus, olive oil, garlic, and a hint of lemon, you get a crisp-tender vegetable with a slightly caramelized finish. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, it’s a low-carb, easy recipe that pairs beautifully with everything from chicken and seafood to pasta and soups.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 75 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 500 g asparagus spears
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or zest
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Trim the woody ends of the asparagus, rinse, and pat dry.
  • Place asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Roast for 12–15 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly caramelized.
  • Finish with a drizzle of lemon juice and sprinkle with Parmesan or red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

Arrange asparagus in a single layer for even roasting. Adjust cooking time for thicker spears.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
Keyword easy side dish, healthy vegetables, roasted asparagus
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