Oven-Roasted Asparagus

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Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 25 min

“Salty and savory, the roasting method kills the natural bitterness of asparagus. Try it next to grilled fish or lamb.” - by swedishmilk

Ingredients

1 bunch thin asparagus spears, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

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Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
Place the asparagus into a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the spears, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Arrange the asparagus onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
123 cal
6%

Fat
10.8 g
17%

Carbs
5.2 g
2%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Jen

Jul. 16, 2010

"I make this all the time, and it's unbelievably good! I use this recipe exactly, except I've never tried it with garlic. I'm going to try it next time! Also, instead of tossing the asparagus with th..." See moree parmesan, I toss with all the other ingredients and lay in a single layer, then sprinkle the parmesan all over the top. I bake mine at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the asparagus. Oh, and a hint: if you line the baking sheet with aluminum foil, there's hardly any clean up!"

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Alice A

Feb. 15, 2011

"I prepared the asparagus exactly as the recipe indicated, including all the optional ingredients. It was delicious, but very salty. I recommend reducing the salt to 1/2 tsp or 1/4 tsp...." See more"

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tammy t

Jul. 12, 2010

"I make asparagus this way all the time! Didn't know it could taste so good! Do add the garlic though...I don't use the lemon juice. 400 degrees for 10 minutes works in my oven...." See more"

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