Roasted Asparagus

quick oven roasted asparagus recipe with parmesan cheese

 
This is my quick oven roasted asparagus recipe using parmesan cheese easy recipe for easter or dinner.

This is my quick and easy “go-to” recipe for asparagus. Minimal prep and cook time, but bursting with flavor!

We grew up with asparagus patches growing in our yard and field out back. When we mowed the grass, we always knew to mow around them. My mom or dad would cut off the spears and bring in and cook during the peak season, which is April through June. When choosing asparagus, look for bright, green stalks with firm and tight purplish tips. This oven roasted asparagus recipe is the easiest, and best way to enhance the flavor and tenderness of this delicious, over-looked veggie. Minimal ingredients and quick cooking time makes this a perfect dinner side.


Let’s get started:

Ingredients:

  • asparagus (one bunch)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • grated parmesan cheese (about 1 tablespoon)

  • salt and pepper (just a sprinkle and also optional)

  • quart or gallon size ziplock bag

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400℉ / 205℃.

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Start with some fresh asparagus, use within 2-3 days of buying, (or trim bottom of stalks by an inch and immerse in water vertically in a tall glass or vase and they will stay fresh over a week.)

Wash under cold water and dry with paper towels.

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Cut 1-2 inches off the bottom of stalk and discard cut pieces.

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Put your asparagus stalks in a quart or gallon size ziplock bag.

Add one tablespoon olive oil and roll gently to coat all stalks.

Note: If I have some lemons, I also like to cut in half and squeeze a little juice inside for a nice, fresh flavor.

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Remove stalks from bag and arrange lengthwise on a baking sheet.

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Sprinkle with a small amount of salt and pepper, then sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.

If I have a lemon, I like to grate a little over top of the asparagus also. It gives the asparagus a fresh, bright flavor.

Roast in oven, uncovered for 12-14 minutes, or until tender. I know I’ve cooked it perfect when the ends have a slight crunch, but still very tender and juicy inside! If you have never tried to roast asparagus, I beg you to try this recipe…it will soon become your go-to way to enjoy this lovely green veggie!

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Enjoy!

💜Julie

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side, vegetable
American
Yield: 6-8
Author: Julie Butler
Roasted Asparagus

Roasted Asparagus

This roasted asparagus recipe is the easiest, and best way to enhance the flavor and tenderness of this delicious, over-looked veggie. Using a minimal amount of ingredients and a short cooking time, you will be amazed with the delicious results using a little parmesan cheese.
Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 12 MinTotal time: 17 Min

Ingredients

Ingredients for roasted asparagus
Optional Ingredients

Instructions

How to roast asparagus in the oven
  1. Preheat oven to 400℉ / 205℃.
  2. Wash asparagus under cold water and dry with paper towels.
  3. Cut 1-2 inches off the bottom of stalk and discard cut pieces.
  4. Put your asparagus stalks in a quart or gallon size ziplock bag.
  5. Add olive oil and roll gently to coat all stalks. (If using lemon, squeeze some of the juice into the bag also)
  6. Remove stalks from bag and arrange lengthwise on a baking sheet.
  7. Sprinkle with a small amount of salt and pepper.
  8. Then sprinkle with the parmesan cheese. (If using a lemon, zest it over top of the asparagus at this point.)
  9. Roast in oven, uncovered for 12-14 minutes, or until tender.
  10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

42.81

Fat (grams)

3.74 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

1.09 g

Carbs (grams)

0.97 g

Fiber (grams)

0.01 g

Net carbs

0.95 g

Sugar (grams)

0.13 g

Protein (grams)

1.5 g

Sodium (milligrams)

119.9 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

4.35 mg

Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutritional Information is provided as a courtesy only and should be viewed as an estimate. Ingredients can vary with brands and size and Inspiration Apron makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

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Julie Butler

Hi, I’m Julie Butler with Inspiration Apron, a blog full of delicious recipes, mouth-watering photographs, fun crafts and travel inspiration. I’m a southern girl, North Carolina is my home state and I’ve got some southern classics and vintage family recipes along with new and exciting creations. Enjoy!

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