Roasted Asparagus Recipe
This roasted asparagus is a simple and flavorful side dish made with fresh asparagus, olive oil, and seasonings. Tender, crisp, and easy to prepare, it’s the perfect healthy vegetable recipe for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh asparagus
- 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp. of butter optional
- Half a lemon optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425℉/220℃/Gas Mark 7.
- Wash the fresh asparagus and dry thoroughly. Chop off the hardened stems, approximately 1 inch.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the asparagus in a single layer. Do not let them overlap.
- Pour the extra virgin olive oil onto the asparagus and season well with salt and pepper. Squeeze half a lemon on top of the asparagus if so desired.
- Roast for 10 minutes in the oven.
- Remove from the oven and let the butter melt on top of the asparagus if desired.
- Serve with your favourite dinner dish and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information Servings 4
Calories 205 Carbs 1g Protein 1g Fat 23g
Nutritional Information is automatically calculated and should only be used as a guide.