Oven-Roasted Asparagus

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

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 123 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (Optional)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced (Optional)
• 1 bunch thin asparagus spears, trimmed
• 1 ½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.