Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus
Make the perfect crisp and tender Roasted Asparagus every time with this easy recipe! Finish off this healthy side dish with a burst of fresh lemon zest to take it over-the-top!
Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 77 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. asparagus spears tough ends removed
- 1 ½ Tbsp. olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- ½ lemon juice and zest
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
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Remove the tough ends of the asparagus spears by snapping at the junction where the hard and tender parts meet. Repeat with all asparagus spears.
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In a small bowl whisk together the oil, salt, pepper, and crushed garlic.
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Place asparagus spears on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. (Optional: If you want to take it up a notch you can even place the asparagus spears on an oven-safe wire rack. This allows the hot air in the oven to contact the asparagus on all of its sides!)
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Brush garlic oil over all sides of the spears using a pastry brush.
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Bake asparagus in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until tender and bright green.
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Just before serving zest half of a lemon and squeeze juice over the asparagus. Enjoy!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
- To Store: Leftover roasted lemon garlic asparagus will last in a refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. However, the texture is best immediately after cooking.
- To Freeze: Seal roasted asparagus in freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus
Amount Per Serving
Calories 77
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 242mg11%
Potassium 248mg7%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 857IU17%
Vitamin C 14mg17%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.