Roasted Parmesan Asparagus

This quick and easy recipe for roasted Parmesan asparagus topped with a squeeze of lemon needs only 5 ingredients.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 44 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
• 1 fresh lemon, cut into wedges

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).

Step 2

Serve with lemon wedges.

Step 3

Place oven rack on top third of oven.

Step 4

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until barely tender, 2 to 4 minutes depending on thickness.

Step 5

Place steamed asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet.

Step 6

Drizzle with olive oil and roll asparagus spears in oil until they are coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle with ground black pepper and Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Do not turn or shake asparagus.