Roasted Asparagus Parmesan Lemon (Printable Version)

Tender asparagus roasted and topped with Parmesan and fresh lemon for a bright, savory side.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed

→ Oils & Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Dairy

05 - 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Citrus

06 - 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Drizzle asparagus with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to coat.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until asparagus is tender and starting to brown at the tips.
05 - Remove from the oven, immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan and lemon zest.
06 - Drizzle with lemon juice just before serving. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The way the Parmesan melts into those roasted crevisses is pure magic
  • It turns simple asparagus into something people actually get excited about eating
02 -
  • Do not crowd the pan or the asparagus will steam instead of roast
  • Add the cheese after roasting not before or it might burn
03 -
  • Snap off the woody ends by bending each spear until it breaks naturally
  • Let the asparagus sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before roasting for more even cooking

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