Description
Mouthwatering cheesy garlic roasted asparagus recipe elevates simple vegetables into a gourmet side dish. Italian-inspired seasonings and sharp parmesan cheese create a delectable accompaniment you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups (300 g) mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound (500 g) asparagus (woody ends removed)
- 3 tbsps olive oil (premium quality)
- 1 tbsp (4 cloves) garlic (finely minced)
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange asparagus spears evenly across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Whisk olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Drizzle the seasoned oil mixture over asparagus, rotating the spears to ensure complete and uniform coating.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, watching for a vibrant green color and tender-crisp texture.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the roasted asparagus, then return to the oven under the broiler for 4-5 minutes until cheese melts and turns golden brown.
- Remove from oven and taste, adjusting seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately while hot and cheese is still melted.
Notes
- Prep asparagus smartly by trimming tough woody ends to ensure tender, delicious bites that everyone will enjoy.
- Choose fresh, firm asparagus with bright green color and tight tips for the best roasting results and maximum flavor intensity.
- Customize cheese options by substituting mozzarella with parmesan, goat cheese, or dairy-free alternatives to suit different dietary preferences.
- Control cooking time carefully to prevent overcooking, which can make asparagus stringy and lose its vibrant green color and crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg