Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus Spears (Printable)
Tender asparagus roasted with garlic and Parmesan cheese until crispy and golden. Ready in just 25 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
→ Dairy
02 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Oils & Fats
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Garnish
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
09 - Extra shaved Parmesan cheese
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - Place trimmed asparagus spears in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Drizzle olive oil over asparagus. Sprinkle with minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Toss gently until evenly coated.
04 - Roast in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until asparagus is tender and begins to brown.
05 - Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle grated Parmesan over hot asparagus. Return to oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts and turns slightly golden.
06 - Transfer to serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional shaved Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The edges of the asparagus caramelize just slightly, creating these addictively crispy bits that youll find yourself picking off the baking sheet before they even reach the table.
- Its incredibly versatile and manages to elevate both casual weeknight dinners and fancy holiday spreads without any extra effort.
02 -
- Thick and thin asparagus spears need different cooking times, so if your bunch has varied thicknesses, either separate them onto different pans or position the thicker ones toward the outside of the tray where they get more direct heat.
- The residual heat from the baking sheet continues cooking the asparagus after removal from the oven, so its better to pull them out when they still have a slight firmness.
03 -
- Pat your asparagus completely dry after washing to ensure it roasts properly, as excess moisture will steam the spears instead of creating those desirable crispy edges.
- If youre cooking for mixed preferences, sprinkle Parmesan only on half the tray, leaving some spears dairy-free but still delicious with just the garlic and seasonings.