Cheesy Oven Roasted Asparagus
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Cheesy Oven Roasted Asparagus
Description
Cheesy Oven Roasted Asparagus highlights fresh asparagus spears seasoned with olive oil, finely minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Roasting at a high temperature softens the spears, keeping them tender while developing slight caramelization. Adding shredded mozzarella cheese in the final minutes of broiling creates a golden, bubbly cheese layer that complements the asparagus texture and garlic flavor.
This dish works well as a side served immediately, pairing nicely with a variety of main courses. Its crisp-tender texture and cheesy topping make it satisfying yet not heavy, suitable for spring or summer meals.
To maintain freshness, store cooked asparagus in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Serve promptly after broiling to enjoy the cheese at its meltiest and the asparagus at its ideal texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus woody ends removed, spears
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic finely minced, cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the asparagus on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil on top of the asparagus and add the garlic, salt and pepper. Use your hands and toss the asparagus to coat.
- Bake until the asparagus starts to soften, about 8 minutes. Add the mozzarella cheese, and return the asparagus to broil until the cheese becomes golden and melty, about 2-3 more minutes. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store cooked asparagus properly in an airtight container to keep it fresh for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 468mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 267mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 994IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 254mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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