Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan is an approachable, flavor-packed side that is suitable for any weeknight dinner, brunch, or holiday. It's bright and flavorful, only takes a few minutes of prep and cooks in the oven while you prepare your main dish.
Roasted asparagus is a light and bright vegetable dish that pairs well with almost any meal. It requires minimal prep and cleanup. Cook this low-maintenance vegetable on a sheet pan in the oven while you cook the rest of your meal. This recipe calls for lemon and parmigiano-regianno, but you can season it with any of your favorite spices.
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About Oven Baked Asparagus
- Taste - These asparagus are earthy and garlicky. The parmesan adds a nice sharp accent.
- Texture - Roasting the asparagus in oven gives them a tender texture with the perfect amount of bite.
- Effort - All you need to do is chop the asparagus, season them, then put them in the oven.
- Time - It takes about 5 minutes to prep the asparagus and 15 minutes to cook them.
Ingredients
- Asparagus spears - Asparagus is a delicious and earthy vegetable that is high in vitamins A, C, and K, folate, and fiber. Wash and trim the asparagus before seasoning and cooking.
- Olive oil - Olive oil adds fat to the dish and allows the asparagus to roast. Additionally, it allows the seasoning to cling to the asparagus.
- Garlic powder - Garlic powder adds an aromatic flavor to the asparagus without any prep!
- Kosher or sea salt - Kosher or sea salt adds a savory element to the dish.
- Freshly ground black pepper - Freshly ground black pepper adds spice and bite to the asparagus.
- Lemon - Lemon brightens the dish and adds a zesty flavor for this spring dish.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano - Parmigiano-Reggiano or parmesan cheese is optional, but encouraged! Grated Parmigiano or parmesan cheese adds delicious umami flavor to the vegetables.
Substitutions and Variations
- Kewpie mayo - Kewpie Mayo a great dipping sauce to make this recipe kid-friendly. In a small bowl, add Kewpie mayo, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Use a spoon or chopsticks to mix the sauce until homogeneous and smooth.
- Truffle Aioli - Truffle Aioli is a rich and creamy dipping sauce that adds a delicious earthy and herbaceous flavor.
- Vegan - omit the Parmigiano Reggiano to make the dish vegan.
- Spicy - add cayenne pepper or chili pepper flakes while cooking to imbue heat into the dish.
- Parsley - garnish to add an earthy and peppery taste.
- Eel sauce - Use eel sauce instead of parmesan for a rich umami accent.
- Crispy Breadcrumbs - Top the asparagus with crispy breadcrumbs (pangratatto) for a crunchy counterpoint.
Instructions
- Heat oven - Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Season asparagus - Add asparagus to a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the spears with tongs to evenly coat them in olive oil and seasoning.
- Place on baking sheet - Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake in oven - Place in the oven and bake until tender, about 10-15 minutes depending on the thickness.
- Garnish with lemon and cheese - Squeeze lemon juice on top of the spears and dust with Parmigiano-Reggiano or parmesan cheese before serving.
What to Serve with Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
This baked asparagus recipe is an approachable, flavorful weeknight side. If you are looking for dinner dishes to pair with asparagus, try our Roasted Chicken Thighs and Vegetables, Chicken Katsu or Spring Risotto with Peas and Asparagus.
How to Store and Reheat Baked Asparagus
Store leftover asparagus in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat leftovers in the oven, heat oven to 350 degrees F and place the asparagus on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes.
To heat the asparagus on the stovetop, add a drizzle of olive oil to a skillet on low-medium heat. Place the asparagus in a single layer in the skillet and cook until warm, or about 3-5 minutes.
Cooking Tips
- Use fresh asparagus - Fresh asparagus has snap and a strong green flavor.
- Trim the ends - Trim the woody ends of the asparagus, the 1-inch end of the asparagus. The woody end is white inside and the edible, tender edible asparagus is green. Read more about trimming asparagus ends here.
- Season - Generously season asparagus with olive oil, kosher or sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder before cooking the greens in the oven. This recipe is very versatile and flexible, so you can season with your favorite spices too!
- Cook in a single layer - Cook asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet so the vegetables cook evenly and do not get soggy.
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📖 Recipe
Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus spears washed and trimmed
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ lemon juiced
- 3 tablespoon Parmigiano-Reggiano finely grated
Instructions
- Heat oven - Heat the oven to 400°F.
- Season asparagus - Add asparagus to a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the spears with tongs until they are evenly coated in olive oil and seasoning.1 lb asparagus spears, 2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Place on baking sheet - Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet with space in between the spears.
- Bake in oven - Place in the oven and bake until tender, about 10-15 minutes depending on the thickness.
- Garnish with lemon and cheese - Squeeze lemon juice on top of the spears and dust with Parmigiano-Reggiano or parmesan cheese before serving.½ lemon, 3 tablespoon Parmigiano-Reggiano
Notes
- Refrigerate leftover asparagus in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat leftovers in the oven, heat oven to 350°F and place the asparagus on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes. To reheat on the stovetop, add a drizzle of olive oil to a skillet on low-medium heat. Then place asparagus in a single layer in the skillet and cook until warm, about 3-5 minutes.
- Use fresh asparagus - Fresh asparagus has snap and a strong green flavor.
- Trim the ends - Trim the woody ends of the asparagus, the 1-inch end of the asparagus. The woody end is white inside and the edible, tender edible asparagus is green. Read more about trimming asparagus ends here.
- Season - Generously season asparagus with olive oil, kosher or sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder before cooking the greens in the oven. This recipe is very versatile and flexible, so you can season with your favorite spices too!
- Cook in a single layer - Cook asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet so the vegetables cook evenly and do not get soggy.
Chris
I am going to add this to my rotation of sides, the Parmigiano and lemon are a nice touch.