Description
Discover 20 delicious asparagus recipes perfect for oven roasting, from simple preparations to gourmet creations. Enjoy the versatility and flavor of asparagus cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: lemon wedges, grated Parmesan cheese, balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and trim the asparagus, removing the tough ends.
- In a bowl, toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with lemon wedges, Parmesan cheese, or balsamic glaze, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust roasting time based on the thickness of the asparagus. Thicker spears may require a few extra minutes.
- For added flavor, try adding minced garlic, red pepper flakes, or other herbs and spices before roasting.
- Asparagus is best when cooked al dente; avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Vegetable Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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