Roasted Asparagus

A simple roasted asparagus recipe with olive oil, garlic, lemon, and Parmesan. Crisp-tender, flavorful, and ready in minutes.

Roasted asparagus is an easy, elegant side dish that brings out the vegetable's natural sweetness while keeping a tender-crisp texture. With a short list of ingredients and a quick oven roast, this recipe delivers fresh flavor for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or any menu that needs a bright green vegetable.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
2. Arrange the trimmed asparagus on the baking sheet in a single layer.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with the garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
4. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes, until the asparagus is tender and lightly browned at the tips.
5. Transfer to a serving plate and finish with lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan if using.
6. Serve immediately while warm.