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Ingredients
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- 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder (or ½ teaspoon minced fresh garlic; about 1 small clove)
- optional: shaved parmesan cheese, for serving
- optional: fresh lemon juice or chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley), for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, then spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Trim the woody ends from the asparagus. To find the natural breaking point, hold one spear at each end and bend gently until it snaps. Use this to guide trimming the rest with a knife.
- Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat, then spread back into a single layer.
- Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness, until tender and lightly charred. Stir or shake the pan halfway through for even browning.
- Transfer to a serving platter. Top with shaved Parmesan and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Make sure to trim the asparagus properly for the best texture.
Add lemon juice or herbs right before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve this dish warm or at room temperature for a delightful side.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 1mg