Description
This Garlic Butter Roasted Asparagus is a simple and delicious side dish that elevates any meal with its rich flavor and tender-crisp texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the tough ends from the asparagus.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and add the minced garlic.
- Remove from heat when fragrant, then drizzle over the prepared asparagus.
- Season asparagus with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss to coat the asparagus evenly.
- Spread the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Feel free to add other spices like paprika or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg