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Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

This delicious and easy Oven Roasted Asparagus, made with a few simple ingredients makes this the perfect side dish to any meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 142 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • ½ pound fresh asparagus (500 grams)
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1-2 pinches salt
  • 1-2 dashes black pepper
  • 3-4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese (divided) (50 grams)

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 400F / 200C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse and pat dry the asparagus. Place in a large bowl.
  3. In a small bowl combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Toss the asparagus with the olive oil mixture.
  4. Place the asparagus on the baking sheet sprinkle with the grated parmesan cheese. Bake for approximately 8-10 minutes then broil a minute or two to brown on top. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

  • To clean Asparagus
  • Under cool water rinse the asparagus spears in order to remove any dirt. Sometimes really thick asparagus will have a tough outer skin. It can be removed (if you want) with a vegetable peeler.
  • Then snap off the bottom (an inch or so should be enough) by using your fingers, the stem will break naturally where the tough woody ends and the tender stem begins. Dry the spears by gently towel drying. Your spears are now ready for using in a recipe either leaving them whole or cut up.
  • If you’ve bought pure garlic powder then it’s pretty easy to substitute it for fresh cloves. One clove of garlic equals about 1/8th of a teaspoon of pure garlic powder.
  • Fresh asparagus should be kept refrigerated until cooking time. To help raw asparagus last longer, wrap the bottom of the stalks in a damp paper towel, then refrigerate in an unsealed plastic bag. It should keep for 3-4 days in the fridge.
  • Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. It will keep for up to 2-3 days in the fridge. It can also be frozen when completely cooled in a freezer bag or container. It will keep for 2-3 months in the freezer.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 142kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 31mg (10%) Sodium 470mg (20%) Potassium 189mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1025IU (21%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 172mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 142

% Daily Value*

Calories 142kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 470mg 20%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1025IU 21%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 172mg 17%
Iron 2mg 11%

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