The perfect Roasted Asparagus is easy to make with only four basic ingredients. Make for a weeknight dinner or serve as a holiday side dish!
I never realized how much I love asparagus until I was an adult. It is super easy to prepare and goes well with so many main dishes.
Wash and trim two pounds of asparagus and place on a rimmed baking sheet.
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, stir to coat, and spread out in a single layer.
Sprinkle the asparagus with sea salt and black pepper. See below for more seasonings and flavor ideas.
Bake the asparagus in the oven for 10 minutes, remove it from the oven, and stir to flip the pieces over.
Remove the roasted asparagus from the oven after an additional 5-15 minutes, depending on how thick your pieces of asparagus are and how well you want it cooked. The asparagus in this blog post was roasted for 30 minutes.
What seasonings can I add to my roasted asparagus?
- Parmesan Roasted Asparagus: Sprinkle 1/2 cup of grated parmesan over the asparagus after stirring halfway through cooking. Return to the oven to finish baking.
- Lemon Pepper Asparagus: Slice one lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of half the lemon over the asparagus on the baking sheet. Cut the second half into slices and add to the baking sheet. Sprinkle the asparagus with additional black pepper. Cook as directed.
- Garlic and Herb Asparagus: Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic to the asparagus on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp parsley, 1/4 tsp oregano, and 1/4 tsp basil. Cook as directed.
- Ranch Seasoned Roasted Asparagus: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of powdered ranch dressing mix over the asparagus on the baking sheet. Cook as directed.
What should I serve with roasted asparagus?
Roasted asparagus goes well with baked, fried, or grilled meat. It is often served alongside ham for Easter but it is easy enough to make for any weeknight meal. Here are a few recipes to try:
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Roasted Asparagus
The perfect Roasted Asparagus is easy to make with only four basic ingredients. Make for a weeknight dinner or serve as a holiday side dish!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- *See notes for additional variations
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425˚F.
- Rinse the asparagus and trim the tough ends. Place the asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and stir to coat. Spread it out in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake 15-20 minutes, until lightly browned and tender, stirring halfway through.
Notes
- Parmesan Roasted Asparagus: Sprinkle 1/2 cup of grated parmesan over the asparagus after stirring halfway through cooking. Return to the oven to finish baking.
- Lemon Pepper Asparagus: Slice one lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of half the lemon over the asparagus on the baking sheet. Cut the second half into slices and add to the baking sheet. Sprinkle the asparagus with additional black pepper. Cook as directed.
- Garlic and Herb Asparagus: Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic to the asparagus on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp parsley, 1/4 tsp oregano, and 1/4 tsp basil. Cook as directed.
- Ranch Seasoned Asparagus: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of powdered ranch dressing mix over the asparagus on the baking sheet. Cook as directed.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1/2 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 55Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 161mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 3g
Nutrition data is calculated automatically by Nutritionix and isn't always accurate. I am not a certified nutritionist and make no claims to the contrary. Each individual’s dietary needs and restrictions are unique to the individual. You are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to your health.
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