Lemon Parmesan Roasted Asparagus. In season asparagus gets roasted to perfection with a touch of oil, spices: garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper – then drizzled in freshly squeezed lemon juice and sharp parmesan cheese.
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Is it spring where you are yet?! I’ve been following the weather and saw that the midwest just got snow dumped on them once again . . . sending warm vibes your way, guys!!
Whether it feels like spring outside or not, you NEED this lemon parmesan roasted asparagus in your life . . . like now . . . it’s perfect for a quick and easy side dish for a healthy week night meal and it’s definitely great for an Easter brunch or dinner side dish.
Let’s be real, we all need more quick and easy, healthy side dishes in our lives and this one definitely fits the bill.
In season asparagus gets roasted to perfection with a touch of oil, spices: garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper – then drizzled in freshly squeezed lemon juice and sharp parmesan cheese.
Y.U.M.
Spring (at least in the kitchen) is upon us.
Ingredients in lemon parmesan roasted asparagus:
- Asparagus – woody ends snapped off
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Red pepper flakes – omit if you don’t like spice
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lemon juice
- Parmesan cheese
How to roast asparagus:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Place asparagus onto prepared sheet.
- Drizzle oil evenly over asparagus.
- Sprinkle on garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Use your hands to toss to combine.
- Spread asparagus out in an even layer. If time, let marinate 15-30 minutes at room temperature for maximum flavor.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until asparagus is cooked to your liking.
- Drizzle cooked asparagus with lemon juice and sprinkle with parmesan.
- Serve and enjoy!
Quick, easy, gluten free, healthy, and delicious.
Tender asparagus with bright lemon juice and flavorful sharp parmesan . . . this recipe is PACKED with spring flavored goodness.
– Jennifer
Lemon Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
Equipment for this recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound thin asparagus woody ends snapped off
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes omit if you don’t like spice
- 1 teaspoon salt more or less to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1-2 tablespoon grated parmesan
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Place asparagus onto prepared sheet.
- Drizzle oil evenly over asparagus.
- Sprinkle on garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Use your hands to toss to combine.
- Spread asparagus out in an even layer. If time, let marinate 15-30 minutes at room temperature for maximum flavor.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or util asparagus is cooked to your liking.
- Drizzle cooked asparagus with lemon juice and sprinkle with parmesan.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information
*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.