Name: Garlic Roasted Asparagus
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus; 2 Tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin); 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; pepper (to taste)

If you love asparagus… this one’s for you! Garlic Roasted Asparagus, packed with the delicious flavors of garlic and parmesan and ready in 15 minutes or less. The perfect side dish for any meal!

This Garlic Roasted Asparagus is packed with the delicious flavors of garlic and parmesan and is ready in 15 minutes or less! The perfect side dish for any meal....if you love garlic, this Garlic Roasted Asparagus is sure to become a favorite!

If there’s one thing my kids really have going for them, it’s that they LOVE roasted vegetables. From Parmesan Roasted Green Beans to Curry Roasted Cauliflower to Maple Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts… they literally always devour them!

And this Garlic Roasted Asparagus is their latest favorite. It’s tender and juicy and packed with garlic flavor. As in… if you love garlic, you will LOVE this asparagus. (And if you love it a little bit less, just use less garlic!)

This recipe comes together quickly and makes a delicious side dish for meats, fish, pasta, or any of your favorite meals. It’s also the perfect addition to any holiday menu! Whether it’s Thanksgiving turkey or Easter ham or St. Patrick’s Day corned beef… this asparagus is the side dish you’ve been missing.

what you’ll need for this recipe

Asparagus – Fresh asparagus is the star of the show! I used one bunch asparagus, which is about one pound. I would not recommend using frozen asparagus in this recipe.

Oil – Olive oil adds moisture and flavor to the asparagus and always makes for the best roasted vegetables. I used extra virgin olive oil, but you can substitute light olive oil, avocado oil or any kind you prefer.

Parmesan – Grated Parmesan adds a deliciously nutty, slightly sweet flavor to this recipe. Since it’s roasted along with the asparagus, it crisps up and adds a nice crunch as well.

Garlic – Fresh garlic adds tons of amazing flavor to the asparagus. Be sure to use freshly minced, not jarred, garlic for optimal flavor.

Salt & pepper – Salt & pepper are the perfect finishing touches and help bring out all the delicious flavors in this dish.

how to make garlic roasted asparagus

Prep the asparagus. Trim the asparagus and spread onto a rimmed baking sheet.

Make the drizzle. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, Parmesan, garlic, salt & pepper. Mix well, then drizzle evenly over the asparagus.

Roast. Roast at 400° for 10-15 minutes, until tender-crisp.

Recipe Variations

Cut the asparagus in pieces for even quicker roasting (and easier eating!)
Substitute garlic powder or minced dried garlic for the fresh garlic
Add additional seasonings, such as onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, lemon pepper, thyme or any of your favorites
Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten up the flavor
Add fresh shaved Parmesan after roasting
Sprinkle with fresh herbs after roasting
Add cooked, crumbled bacon for a smoky, meaty twist

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