This lemon-roasted asparagus recipe is so easy and makes the perfect light veggie side. It requires just 7 ingredients and 10 minutes in the oven to roast. Bonus: enjoy a super easy clean-up, too!
I know I already have shared how much I love my Parmesan Roasted Green Beans recipe, but I HAD to share this new Lemon Roasted Asparagus recipe with you, too.
I've been all about the roasted veggies lately.
And what's not to love about easy roasted vegetables?
I absolutely love the easy cleanup of sheet pan sides, too. Coming from a mom of four, easy cleanup is just the best.
These are great inside the meal prep for weight loss plan.
In This Post You'll Find:
Watch This Lemon Roasted Asparagus Recipe Video
Why Lemon Roasted Asparagus is Amazing
Let's discuss the greatness that is this roasted veggie side:
- easy to prepare
- easy to clean up
- not many ingredients
- hardly any oil needed
- no breading or heavy coating required
- one serving is only 118 calories
- simple and fresh
- super quick <--- this lemon roasted asparagus recipe takes JUST 8-10 minutes !
See? So grab that fresh and delicious spring asparagus and just a few other ingredients to make this asparagus recipe tonight. It's perfect for an easy weeknight dinner side and fancy enough to share with guests.
How To Pick Asparagus
When it comes to picking asparagus for this recipe, there are several indicators you'll want to look for to ensure non-woody, crisp asparagus. Here are my tips for what to look for:
- opt for thinner asparagus - the thickness indicates maturity and large, thick pieces could indicate the asparagus is overripe and woody
- bright green, slightly purple spears are best
- spears should be firm, not limp
- the bunch should slightly squeak when squeezed, not appear woody
- the tip of the spears should be closed and compact, not mushy or wet
Woody asparagus is the worst, but these tips will help ensure you've picked the freshest, crispest asparagus available.
What Goes with Roasted Asparagus?
Ok, so you've got your super easy veggie side ready and accounted for...so what about the rest of the meal? Roasted asparagus is very versatile as a side -- it can go with foods that are salty or sweet, light or heavy, making it very easy to pair.
Fortunately, I've got some great recipes that go perfectly as the main protein to accompany this roasted asparagus recipe, which I've listed below:
Chicken Recipes That Go With Asparagus
Beef Recipes That Go With Asparagus
Pork Recipes That Go With Asparagus
Fish + Seafood Recipes That Go With Asparagus
Lemon Roasted Asparagus
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus , trimmed
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 tablespoon parmesan , grated
- 1 lemon , thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (approx. 1 lemon)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the asparagus, lemon slices, olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, sea salt, ground black pepper, minced garlic, and parmesan cheese to the baking sheet.
- Toss to evenly coat.
- Place in the oven and roast for 8-10 minutes or until the asparagus is crisp on the outside and tender in the center.
Indian Lounge
I made this on last saturday.... it'e very testy, yummy and aromatic.. and also very easy and simple to cook.
Lacey Baier
Awesome, I'm so glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Hank
Awesome, best asparagus recipe ever
Easy to make and clean up
Lacey Baier
woohoo! big words - I'll take it! xoxo
Space
We roasted ours at 525F in the oven while the bread was baking. Came out great. Pull them out when the tips just start to turn brown. Instructions should be modified because you don't "toss" asparagus and all ingredients after you've laid them out on the cookie sheet. We just laid out the asparagus flat, drizzled the oil and sprinkled the ingredients on top. If you want to more thoroughly coat them, put them in a plastic bag or a bowl and toss together before putting them on the cookie sheet. Delicious!! Highly recommended.
Lacey Baier
Yay, so glad you enjoyed it!!! I toss it all on the baking sheet to avoid any extra dishes, and to evenly coat the asparagus 🙂
Suzi Williams
Just read the recipe. No criticism needed
Jamie
This was absolutely delicious healthy and took no time to make
Lacey Baier
Woot! ALL good things 🙂
SM
If I use 2 lbs of asparagus, do I double the other ingredients or not?
Lacey Baier
Yep, double the recipe, but you won't need to completely double the cook time - start checking around 12 minutes.
Trish
Loved it !! Super easy and clean up was 1 minute
Lacey Baier
Woot!! Hooray for easy clean-up!!!
Jay
Best asparagus recipe I’ve ever tried, hands down. Thank you!
Lacey Baier
Wow - so happy you think so!!
Lynne
I have made the green beans twice a week for 3 weeks now. They are so simple and quick. I did asparagus with Easter dinner using the green bean recipe, wish I would have thought about the lemon:). Glad asparagus season is coming quick!
Lacey Baier
Love that green bean recipe, too 🙂
Zachary @Salt Plus Thyme
I love everything Lemon right now! These look so easy and great!
Steven
I have to study for economics final. It's on Tuesday do there's not much time to cook or eat. Glad these asparagus are so quick to make and eat. Cya later!
Lacey Baier
Perfect! So glad this recipe helps you out!
Alita
Didn't know Asparagus can be done differently.
Lacey Baier
Mind BLOWN 😉
Ribero
Simple and delicious way to prepare asparagus!! This is by far one of the yummiest recipes I’ve tried!
Lacey Baier
It's so shocking how simple it is -- yet how tasty, right??? 🙂
Mary
I made this on Sunday. It looks delicious and guess what...It is delicious! And, oh so simple.
Lacey Baier
Yay! So glad you enjoyed it!!