Description
A simple, healthy side dish featuring tender asparagus roasted to perfection with olive oil, salt, and pepper. A quick and flavorful recipe perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
– 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
– 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
– Salt, to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– Optional: Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange the trimmed asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the asparagus is tender yet slightly crisp.
5. For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.
6. Serve immediately as a healthy side dish.
Notes
– Adjust roasting time based on the thickness of the asparagus.
– For added flavor, toss with minced garlic before roasting.
– Serve warm to best enjoy the texture and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 lb per serving
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 mg