Roasted Asparagus
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Roasted Asparagus
Description
Roasted Asparagus involves trimming fresh asparagus and coating it with olive oil blended with lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, dried parsley flakes, and red pepper flakes. The spears are spread in a single layer on a lightly oiled rimmed baking sheet, seasoned with salt and black pepper, then roasted in a 400°F oven for 12 to 15 minutes. The roasting time allows the asparagus tips to become tender while maintaining a slight crispness and develops mild caramelization on the stalks.
The addition of lemon and garlic imparts brightness and depth to the earthy green spears, while red pepper flakes add a hint of heat. This method preserves the asparagus's vibrant color and texture, making it a simple yet flavorful side dish.
Roasted asparagus pairs well with a variety of main dishes and can be served warm or at room temperature. For best freshness, choose firm, straight asparagus stalks with compact tips and uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.
When selecting asparagus, look for firm stalks that snap easily when bent, without any limpness or discoloration. Slightly pencil-thick stalks help balance tenderness and cooking time, avoiding overly thin or thick pieces that cook unevenly.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus about 18 ounces, fresh
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for the baking sheet
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Drizzle a rimmed baking sheet with some olive oil.
- Wash and trim the hard ends of the asparagus.
- Add the remaining ingredients to a large bowl, excluding salt and pepper, and stir until combined.
- Spread the spears in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the oil mixture onto them and toss to coat them evenly.
- Roast in the oven for approximately 12-15 minutes or until crisp. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Choose asparagus stalks that are firm and straight with closed, compact tips for the freshest flavor and texture.
- Select stalks of similar thickness, ideally about the size of a pencil, to ensure even roasting.
- Test freshness by bending a stalk: it should snap easily if fresh, not bend limp.
- Avoid asparagus with off odors or dull green color to ensure quality.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 22 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 22kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 227mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 850IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 6.3mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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