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Freshly roasted asparagus stalks arranged on a serving dish.

4-Star Roasted Asparagus

Enjoy this quick and easy 4-Star Roasted Asparagus recipe. Perfect as a side dish, it's simple, healthy, and delicious with minimal preparation.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
  2. In a medium bowl, gently toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil until each spear is lightly coated.
  3. Season the asparagus generously with salt and ground black pepper according to your preference.
Cooking
  1. Arrange the seasoned asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even cooking.
  2. Roast in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly browned.
Serving
  1. Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and serve the roasted asparagus immediately as a delicious side dish.

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese after roasting. Adjust roasting time based on the thickness of the asparagus spears; thinner spears will cook faster.