Oven Roasted Asparagus

By kathya5084

Roasting eliminates the natural bitterness of asparagus. It is good cooked alongside a salmon fillet.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sea or kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).2
Place the asparagus in a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the spears, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss again.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange the asparagus on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake until tender, until the stalks begin to shrivel and color lightly, 10 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.
1/2 bunch = 91 calories