Description
A simple and delicious dish featuring tender asparagus, tossed with lemon, garlic, and olive oil, roasted to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Toss everything until the asparagus is evenly coated.
- Spread the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they aren’t overcrowded.
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve and optionally sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top before enjoying.
Notes
For best results, do not overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure crispiness. Watch out for overcooking to maintain the asparagus’s bright color and firmness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
