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Lemon Asparagus

Brighten your meal with zesty Lemon Asparagus, featuring a hint of garlic and fresh parmesan for a burst of flavor!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 68 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus about 1 pound
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Rinse the asparagus and dab dry. Snap off woody stems.
  3. Zest ½ teaspoon of lemon zest. Cut the lemon in half and juice 1 tablespoon of juice. Reserve the remaining half for serving.
  4. Place the asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, & pepper.
  5. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over top.
  6. Roast 6-12 minutes* or just until tender crisp.

Notes

  • *Zesting the lemon is optional but recommended. This will add extra lemon flavor.
  • Thick Spears: 8-12 minutes at 425°F
  • Thin Spears: 5-7 minutes at 425°F
  • Leftover asparagus can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 68 (3%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 314mg (13%) Potassium 270mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 867IU (17%) Vitamin C 21mg (23%) Calcium 51mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 68

% Daily Value*

Calories 68 3%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 314mg 13%
Potassium 270mg 6%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 867IU 17%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Calcium 51mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.