Fresh Roasted Asparagus With Parmesan and Sea Salt

Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables. My husband, on the other hand, grew up hating asparagus because he’d only ever had it from a can. (Think about the difference between a fresh green bean and a canned one!)

When we got married and I made this roasted asparagus for him, he realized what he had been missing out on all those years. If you’ve only ever had the canned version, then you have to try it freshly prepared… such a delicious difference!

Here’s how to make it:

Roasted Asparagus Recipe With Parmesan

Historically, canning vegetables was necessary for preserving garden produce for the winter. And even today, I know that canned fruits and vegetables can play an important role. They’re fairly inexpensive and certainly last longer than fresh produce.

However, there is a major taste difference between roasted and canned vegetables! Roasting brings out the natural sugars in asparagus and gives it a nice texture with a little crisp. Parmesan adds nuttiness and flavor.

To make it, simply drizzle fresh asparagus with oil, then toss it with salt, pepper, and Parmesan. I usually get it all ready and then work on the rest of dinner before tossing the asparagus in the oven for the last few minutes.

What to Serve With Asparagus

Asparagus is now a regular side item at our house, especially on holidays. Here are some other ideas for serving with weekday meals:

• I love asparagus with everything, but everyone is a fan. If you’re not a fan of asparagus, try it with hollandaise sauce… you might change your mind!
• Try asparagus with chicken marsala or chicken carbonara for a nutrient-packed dinner.
• This sheet pan meal with salmon and asparagus is healthy, delicious, and a huge time saver.
• My prosciutto-wrapped asparagus recipe can be either an elegant appetizer or side.

Next up, a chicken asparagus soup?

Roasted Asparagus Recipe

A simple and delicious asparagus recipe roasted for a touch of sweetness and crunch

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Calories 120kcal

Author Katie Wells

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Servings

4

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Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus
• 3 TBSP olive oil (or ghee)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 dash pepper
• 2 TBSP Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• Break the hard ends off asparagus. It will naturally break at this point if you gently bend it.
• Lay the asparagus flat on baking sheet and drizzle with the oil.
• Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Parmesan and toss lightly.
• Roast 15-20 minutes or until soft and just starting to brown.
• Remove and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Asparagus Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 Calories from Fat 102

% Daily Value*

Fat 11.3g17%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Cholesterol 2mg1%

Sodium 512mg22%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 2.1g9%

Sugar 1.9g2%

Protein 3.2g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

This recipe is easily halved or doubled and is great leftover in omelettes or with eggs Benedict. 

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