Lemon Garlic Asparagus
This easy Lemon Garlic Asparagus recipe is fresh, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes. A simple roasted asparagus side dish perfect for busy weeknights or summer grilling.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
I always use Kosher salt in my kitchen! If using table salt, start with half the amount and adjust to taste, as it is much "saltier" by volume.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the asparagus and pat dry. To trim, gently bend the stalk near the bottom until it snaps naturally. You can also line up a bunch and slice off the ends all at once.
- Place the trimmed asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Zest one lemon directly over the asparagus. Sprinkle over the minced garlic, then place small pats of butter across the top.
- Roast for 10–12 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender. Immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus. Enjoy!
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm stalks of asparagus for the best results.
- Start checking the asparagus at 10 minutes. Thin stalks of asparagus will cook faster than thicker stalks.
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