Roasted Lemon Asparagus
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Roasted Lemon Asparagus
Description
This recipe uses fresh asparagus spears trimmed of their woody ends, dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice for a bright acidity. Seasoned modestly with sea salt and black pepper, the asparagus roasts in the oven at 375°F until just tender. The roasting process softens the stalks while allowing the tips to develop a slight crisp edge.
The fresh lemon juice adds a tangy citrus note that complements the natural asparagus flavor without overpowering it. The olive oil helps achieve a smooth finish and aids in browning. The gentle roasting brings out a mild sweetness in the vegetable, balancing the lemon's brightness.
Roasted Lemon Asparagus works well as an accompaniment to poultry, fish, or vegetarian meals, providing a light, refreshing vegetable side. It can be served hot or warm out of the oven.
The notes suggest variations like sprinkling Parmesan cheese or adding fresh crushed garlic before roasting to enrich the flavor. Preparing it in advance is possible by assembling the seasoned asparagus on the baking tray and refrigerating until ready to cook. Spacing the spears in a single layer ensures roasting rather than steaming.
Ingredients
- 24 asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon (juice only)
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C/170°C(fan)/375°F/Gas 5. Chop the woody ends off of 24 Asparagus spears.
- Lay the asparagus on a baking sheet and add2 tablespoon Olive oiljuice of 1 Lemon and 1 pinch Sea salt1 pinch Ground black pepper and mix well. Add some slices of lemon on top.
- Put into the oven for 12 minutes, until the asparagus is tender.
Notes
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus just before serving to add richness.
- Add fresh crushed garlic before roasting to deepen the flavor.
- Prepare the seasoned asparagus ahead of time by mixing and placing it on the baking tray, then refrigerate until baking.
- For a spicy note, add red chili flakes before serving.
- Arrange asparagus in a single layer on the baking tray to ensure roasting instead of steaming.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4portions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6spears | |
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 732IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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