Parmesan Asparagus
Tender asparagus with garlic and olive oil oven baked with a crispy layer of savory parmesan.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus about 1 pound
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Wash and dry asparagus. Remove the ends.
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for 6-10 minutes until tender-crisp. Spread parmesan over asparagus and broil for 1 minute or until the cheese is melted.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days. Do not freeze.
Nutrition
Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 2mg