Description
This Garlic Parmesan Asparagus recipe is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring tender roasted asparagus coated with garlic, olive oil, sea salt, and finished with melted freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of fresh lemon juice. It’s perfect for a healthy, savory addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
Seasonings & Oils
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (or more to taste)
Cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
Optional
- ¼ lemon, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425℉ (220℃) to prepare for roasting the asparagus to a tender, flavorful finish.
- Prepare and Season Asparagus: Trim the asparagus ends and arrange them on a baking sheet. Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, sprinkle the minced garlic and sea salt over them. Use your hands or a spatula to fully coat the asparagus evenly with the oil, garlic, and salt.
- Roast the Asparagus: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the asparagus for 5 minutes. Halfway through roasting, toss or flip the asparagus to ensure even cooking and continue roasting for another 3 to 5 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Add Lemon and Parmesan: Remove the asparagus from the oven briefly. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus for brightness, then sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top. Return the asparagus to the oven for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese melts and slightly browns.
- Serve and Enjoy: Taste the asparagus and adjust the seasoning if needed with extra sea salt. Serve immediately while warm with the melted cheesy topping.
Notes
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best melting quality and flavor.
- If you don’t have sea salt, kosher or regular salt will work as well.
- Feel free to add a pinch of black pepper or red chili flakes for extra heat.
- Do not overcook the asparagus to keep a nice crisp texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast or a vegan cheese alternative.
