Oven-Roasted Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic

This lemon oven-roasted asparagus is a healthy, fast, and flavorful side dish. It’s low carb and keto-friendly, and works well for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Picking the Asparagus

Choose thinner asparagus spears if you prefer a tender, lightly roasted result. Thicker spears will need an extra 2–3 minutes in the oven—adjust the cooking time so the spears are tender but still bright green.

Quick and Easy Side Dish

This recipe is simple and quick. After washing and trimming the spears, toss them with the seasonings and oil, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet, and roast. If you like, sprinkle grated Parmesan over the asparagus before baking. To make this dish vegan, omit the Parmesan—it’s still delicious.

Serving Asparagus as a Side

Oven-roasted asparagus pairs well with many main dishes: steak, chicken, roasted or grilled fish like salmon, or as a tossed ingredient in a salad for a vegan meal. Its earthy, green flavor complements saltier foods and also works nicely with nuts and bright citrus accents.

📖 Recipe

Lemon Oven-Roasted Asparagus

A healthy, quick, and easy lemon oven-roasted asparagus side dish.

5 from 5 votes

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 8 mins

Total Time 18 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 132 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Wash and trim the asparagus spears.
3. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
4. Toss the asparagus in the mixture until evenly coated, then arrange the spears in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet.
5. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan if using.
6. Bake for 8–10 minutes, depending on spear thickness, until tender but still vibrant green.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 132 kcal | Carbohydrates: 1 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 14 g | Sodium: 604 mg | Fiber: 0.2 g

Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and serving sizes.

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