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A plate of roasted asparagus topped with melted Parmesan cheese

Roasted Parmesan Asparagus

This Roasted Parmesan Asparagus delivers crispy, cheesy, and perfectly tender spears baked to perfection, making it the star of your meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the asparagus
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus Choose firm, bright green stalks for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Feel free to adjust the cheese type for a unique twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) Drizzle for additional flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and trim the ends of the asparagus.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus.
Cooking
  1. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until asparagus is tender and slightly crispy.
  2. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving, if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results. To make it vegan, swap out the Parmesan for nutritional yeast.