Garlic and Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
User Reviews
3.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Side Dish
Garlic and Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
Description
Garlic and Parmesan Roasted Asparagus brings together fresh asparagus spears coated with olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, then oven-roasted at 425 degrees until fork tender. Roasting at this temperature allows the asparagus to soften while gaining slight caramelization and crisped edges. The garlic infuses the vegetables with aromatic flavor, complemented by the sharpness and richness from the Parmesan. Seasoned with salt and pepper, the dish achieves balanced seasoning enhancing the natural sweetness of the asparagus without overpowering it.
The combination creates a side dish suitable for pairing with grilled meats, pasta, or as a light vegetarian option. Its straightforward method requires little prep and delivers a vegetable cooked to tender perfection with a flavorful crust from the cheese and garlic.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese I prefer grated, but shredded works too
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Line asparagus on bottom of baking pan.
- Pour olive oil evenly on top and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Sprinkle garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper evenly on top of coated asparagus.
- Place pan in preheated oven, 425 degrees, and bake for about 15 minutes, or until fork tender.
- Remove from oven and serve! Enjoy!