The Best Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Asparagus

Side dishes are a big thing for me. I need creativity for side dishes or I get bored pretty quickly. There's a ton of variety in the protein but side dishes aren't as easy for me.

I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success. So tasty and so delicious. I'll make this again for sure.

The Best Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
Recipe from Sweetcsdesigns.com
Serves 4

1 bunch asparagus, woody ends trimmed off
2 T olive oil, extra virgin
2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 c Parmesan , shredded or grated
2 T lemon juice
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp pepper, fresh cracked

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Trim asparagus to remove tough, woody ends - discard ends.

On a baking sheet (line with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup), lay down asparagus.

Drizzle asparagus with olive oil and lemon juice, mix around with hands to coat evenly.

Pour cheese and garlic powder over asparagus, mix with hands to evenly mix and coat asparagus.

Generously season with salt and pepper.

Bake at 375 for 15 minutes - checking at around 10 minutes to see if tips have started to brown slightly and asparagus has softened a bit.

Cook until asparagus is soft and has crunchy browned bits, about 15 minutes total (this is very dependent on your oven and the thickness of the asparagus stalks - watch it to be sure it doesn't overcook.)

When asparagus is done, serve immediately.

Calorie 141
Carb 6
Protein 7
Fiber 2