Description
A simple and healthy side dish featuring roasted asparagus with a zesty lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch of asparagus (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the tough ends of the asparagus.
- Toss the asparagus with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm asparagus for the best results.
- Adjust roasting time based on the thickness of the asparagus.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg