Description
A simple and delicious side dish featuring fresh asparagus roasted to perfection and topped with savory Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic if using.
- Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until asparagus is tender and slightly crispy.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Return to oven for 2-3 more minutes, until cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
- Can be topped with a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.
- Adjust roasting time depending on the thickness of asparagus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg