Parmesan Asparagus
This Parmesan Asparagus is such a delicious way to eat asparagus. It's easy, and takes just a few minutes of prep, and is the perfect side dish for any meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 141kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus* (washed, dried, and ends removed)
- 2 TBS olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp fresh squeezed lemon juice (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray, or brush with oil.
- Add the asparagus to the pan and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the asparagus.
- Place the asparagus in the oven to cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender but crisp, and cheese is golden.
- Remove from oven and grate Parmesan cheese over the top of the asparagus.
- Sprinkle fresh Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the asparagus.
- Return to oven to bake for about 5 more minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned, and asparagus is tender.
Nutrition
Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 512mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 969IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 3mg