Description
This roasted asparagus recipe is a quick and healthy side dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant meals. Oven-roasted to perfection, it’s crisp-tender, naturally gluten-free, keto-friendly, and full of earthy, savory flavor. A must-have in your seasonal veggie rotation.
Ingredients
1 lb asparagus
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Trim the woody ends from the asparagus by snapping or cutting off the bottom inch.
3. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
4. Spread the asparagus in a single layer to allow even roasting.
5. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness. The tips should be slightly crispy and the stalks tender.
6. Optional: In the last 2 minutes, add minced garlic or finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
7. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
Use fresh, medium-thick asparagus for best texture.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure crisp results.
Roasted asparagus is great with lemon, garlic, or grated parmesan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg