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Crispy Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Butter and Parmesan

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A quick and easy side dish featuring fresh asparagus roasted to crispy perfection, tossed with lemon butter and topped with savory Parmesan cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe delivers bright, buttery, and cheesy flavors with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese (about 30g), freshly grated
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Trim the asparagus by snapping off the tough woody ends or cutting about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk until well blended.
  4. Add the trimmed asparagus to the bowl and toss gently but thoroughly to coat each stalk evenly with the lemon butter mixture.
  5. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat if desired. Spread the asparagus in a single layer without overcrowding.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until asparagus is tender but still crisp and tips are slightly browned and crispy.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the hot asparagus to melt slightly.
  8. Serve immediately, optionally adding extra lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Use fresh asparagus for best results; frozen asparagus will not crisp well. Dry asparagus thoroughly before roasting to avoid steaming. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure crispiness. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. Adjust roasting time slightly for thicker or thinner asparagus stalks. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: roasted asparagus, lemon butter asparagus, Parmesan asparagus, crispy asparagus, easy side dish, healthy side, gluten-free side

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