Oven Roasted Asparagus
This roasted asparagus recipe is seasoned with olive oil, fresh garlic, salt, pepper, and finished with freshly squeezed lemon juice. It's a simple, flavor packed side dish that everyone will love and it's on the table in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 and ½ pounds asparagus spears, rinsed and ends trimmed
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice (fresh is best!)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or foil. Set aside.
- Cut the dry ends of the asparagus and discard. Place the asparagus on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine— the best tool for this is your hands.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the asparagus is fork tender but still has a slight crisp to it. Remove from the oven and add fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make Ahead: The asparagus can be marinated 1 day in advance stored in an airtight container or zip-topped bag in the refrigerator.
- Oil: Any oil can be substituted— I've also used avocado oil and coconut oil.
- Garlic: You can substitute ¼-1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder if you don't have fresh garlic.
- Grill: This recipe can also be made on the grill— cook time is about the same but keep an eye one it. It's delicious and usually what I do during the warmer months!
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