20-Minute Roasted Asparagus with Lemon & Parmesan Bliss
Roasted asparagus with lemon and parmesan is a simple, flavorful side dish. It’s naturally gluten-free and pairs well with many main courses.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Sprinkle with lemon zest, lemon juice, and parmesan.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Trim woody ends from asparagus before roasting.
- Adjust roasting time based on asparagus thickness.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: roasted asparagus, gluten-free side dish, lemon parmesan asparagus