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15-Minute Roasted Asparagus: The Perfect Spring Side Dish

A quick and easy spring side dish featuring roasted asparagus, seasoned to perfection with olive oil, garlic, and lemon. Ready in just 15 minutes!

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JUE

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Preheat Oven:
Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Prepare Asparagus:
Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Season Asparagus:
Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the asparagus, and toss to coat.
Roast the Asparagus:
Place the asparagus in the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until tender and lightly crispy.
Finish and Serve:
Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest and parsley. Optionally, add red pepper flakes, balsamic vinegar, or Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
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How to Make 15-Minute Roasted Asparagus

Preheat Oven
Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Prepare Asparagus
Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Season Asparagus
Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the asparagus, and toss to coat.
Roast the Asparagus
Place the asparagus in the oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until tender and lightly crispy.
Finish and Serve
Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest and parsley. Optionally, add red pepper flakes, balsamic vinegar, or Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Baking Tips
Make sure to not overcrowd the asparagus on the baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
Feel free to experiment with seasonings such as red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese, or balsamic vinegar for variety.
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15-Minute Roasted Asparagus: The Perfect Spring Side Dish

A quick and easy spring side dish featuring roasted asparagus, seasoned to perfection with olive oil, garlic, and lemon. Ready in just 15 minutes!

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Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
15 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Side Dish
Difficulty
Medium
Cuisine
American
Yield
4 servings
Dietary
Gluten-Free, Vegan
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Ingredients

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1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
02
2 tablespoons olive oil
03
2 cloves garlic, minced
04
Salt and pepper to taste
05
1 tablespoon lemon juice
06
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
07
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
08
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a kick)
09
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
10
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional for a tangy twist)
11
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
12
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional for added richness)

Instructions

01
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and place them on a baking sheet.
03
Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
04
Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the asparagus.
05
Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy at the tips.
06
Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Optionally, sprinkle with lemon zest, chopped parsley, and other optional toppings like Parmesan or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
07
Serve immediately as a fresh and light side dish.