Roasted Asparagus

Name: Roasted Asparagus
Prep time: 6 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus spears (thick spears are best for roasting); 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Kosher salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, to taste

Prep 6m

Cook 12m

Total 18m

This simple and delicious recipe for Roasted Asparagus brings out the natural sweetness of the asparagus spears. Tossed in olive oil and garlic, then roasted to perfection, the asparagus is seasoned with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar for a flavorful side dish.