Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe

Oven roasting vegetables is one of the best ways to bring out their natural flavors. PLUS it’s super simple and a great last minute side dish! This quick and easy recipe makes a great weeknight side dish that pairs well with beef, chicken, pork or seafood. It’s also great in a number of white sauce pasta dishes. You could also sprinkle shredded Parmesan Cheese in the last 5 minutes of cooking.

If you like our Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe, you will love our Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe!

Both of these pair nicely with a juicy steak or our Healthy Grilled Salmon Recipe.

How do you like to make Oven Roasted Asparagus?

Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends removed
• 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste
• fresh lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 Degrees
2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over asparagus and toss to coat well.
3. Arrange on baking sheet covered in aluminum foil (for easier cleanup) in a single layer.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Roast for 25 minutes or until crisp tender.
6. Garnish with a little fresh lemon zest, if desired.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 56 Total Fat: 4g Saturated Fat: 1g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 3g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 90mg Carbohydrates: 5g Fiber: 2g Sugar: 2g Protein: 3g

Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!