Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan: A Quick and Easy Delight
Enjoy a simple yet delicious side dish with roasted asparagus topped with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the asparagus and trim the ends.
- In a large bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding lemon juice after roasting.
- Ensure the asparagus is not overcrowded on the baking sheet for even roasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Roasted Asparagus, Parmesan, Easy Recipe