Roasted Asparagus with Garlic

By Hklbrries

Registered dietitian Diana Walters says this recipe also works great with other vegetables. She likes broccoli or cauliflower.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• Salt, to taste (or omit)
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 500 F. In a shallow roasting pan, toss asparagus with oil to coat. Sprinkle with garlic and season with salt and pepper.

Roast uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes, until crisp but tender, shaking pan occasionally. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.