Description
Roasted Asparagus Recipe With Garlic And Lemon: Crisp-tender asparagus tossed with garlic, lemon zest, and a splash of lemon juice, then roasted until edge crisp and center tender. This vibrant, gluten-free, low-carb side is easy to prepare, pairs with fish or chicken, and comes together in under 20 minutes. A bright, fresh flavor with Parmesan finish optional for extra savory allure, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive meals alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast for 12–15 minutes until asparagus is tender and lightly crisp on the edges.
- Remove from oven and immediately add lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Toss gently and finish with Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For even roasting, choose asparagus spears of similar thickness.
- Parmesan is optional; omit for a dairy-free variation.
- If you prefer a brighter lemon flavor, add extra lemon juice after roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated briefly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 287 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Roasted asparagus, garlic lemon, lemon zest asparagus, gluten-free side dish, low-carb side, easy vegetable side, quick weeknight dinner, Parmesan optional