Oven Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Asparagus
These roasted asparagus make perfect side-dish to a big meal. These garlic parmesan asparagus are roasted with just a sprinkle of garlic and parmesan so they are flavored not loaded. The best part is it takes only 20 minutes which means you don’t spend too long over a side dish.
What do you serve alongside a big meal? I mean if you have a roast turkey or roast chicken it’s nicer to serve a light veggies dish. Right? In our home salads, sides and appetizers are more popular than any main course. My kids do love their veggies so I must say I am blessed that I do not have to load them in cheese or white sauce.
So often when I make things like a roast chicken, prime ribs, leg of lamb kinda dishes I go with veggies like this roasted asparagus, sauteed asparagus or green beans. My kids love baked carrot sticks or baked butternut squash. Ziv and me also fancy baked eggplant or a light crostini very much.
About these Roasted Parmesan Asparagus
This oven-roasted garlic and parmesan asparagus are just what you need to serve on the side of the main meal. You need just a handful of ingredients and 15 minutes in the oven.
This is really a no-fuss recipe and made often in our home because it’s much healthier. My kids aren’t really open to eating asparagus on their own. They do enjoy beans and broccoli without any cheese but somehow we need help with asparagus. In this case, the cheese does the trick. The pan juices with the olive oil work great with bread too.
The Cheese in this recipe is not a whole lot. You don’t need a ton of cheese on veggies! But the three tables add so much flavor and takes a simple vegetable dish to comfort food height.
Let’s talk ingredients and Substitutes (Save/Pin)
- Asparagus – Always look for fresh asparagus with a bright green color. The stalk needs to be tender not too woody. The bottom woody part that needs to be trimmed should usually be no more than 3 inches. That way you get a good long tender stem.
- Garlic – Here I have used fresh garlic but often I use roasted garlic which really adds a ton of flavor.
- Lemon juice – A little goes a long way but really helps bring out the flavor.
- Cheese – Just a tbsp of Parmesan can add a nice nutty and salty flavor. The cheddar just adds that little-melted cheese on top that makes this asparagus more inviting. Notice that the cheese is not much and yet it looks like a lot because it’s grated fresh over the asparagus.
Useful Tips and Tools
- You will need a Chopping Board to clean the asparagus
- It is better to bend the asparagus to remove the tough ends rather than use a Kitchen Knife
- Make sure the Oven is preheated and hot when you place the veggies in.
- I use a Baking Pan that I can bake and serve in as well.
How to Make Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan (Save/Pin)
- Preheat the oven at 180 C / 380 F
- In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper- set aside.
- Rinse and Trim the woody parts on the asparagus
- Place asparagus in a baking tray (or sheet pan)
- Brush each asparagus with the olive oil mixture.
- Pour any remaining over the asparagus
- Place in a preheated oven and bake for 7 minutes
- Remove from oven and top with grated Parmesan and Cheddar Cheese
- Place it back in the oven and bake for 7 to 8 more minutes until the asparagus is tender
- Enjoy!
Frequently asked questions
Like most veggies once sauteed these asparagus will keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
Not long. Similar to green beans asparagus also takes about 12 to 15 minutes
Yes, garlic and parmesan are very versatile with most veggies. You can also make it with green beans.
If you cover green veggies for long when they are cooking they will lose their bright green color. As you can see we have roasted these asparagus uncovered
Choosing asparagus is crucial. You want to choose tender, nice looking pieces. When cleaning you want to break the tough woody part of the stems as those do not become soft.
I prefer side-dishes to be easy but also not loaded with fat or cream. Here are some of my favorites
Oven-Baked Potato Wedges or Oven-Baked Potato Chips
Leek Potato Patties or Tuna or Tuna Potato Patties
Easy Swiss Chard Patties or Spinach Potato Patties
Roasted Lemon Dill Potatoes or lemon rosemary roast potatoes, skinny mashed potatoes,
Baked carrot sticks or Baked butternut squash sticks.
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Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
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Ingredients
- 400 grams (0.88 lb) Asparagus
- 2 tbsp (2 tbsp) Parmesan
- 1 tbsp (1 tbsp) Cheddar
- 1 tsp (1 tsp) Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp (1 tbsp) Olive Oil extra virgin
- 1 tbsp (1 tbsp) Lemon juice
- 1 tsp (1 tsp) Salt
- 1 tsp (1 tsp) Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven at 180 C / 380 F
- In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper- set aside.
- Rinse and Trim the woody parts on the asparagus
- Place asparagus in a baking tray (or sheet pan)
- Brush each asparagus with the olive oil mixture.
- Pour any remaining over the asparagus
- Place in a preheated oven and bake for 7 minutes
- Remove from oven and top with grated Parmesan and Cheddar Cheese
- Place it back in the oven and bake for 7 to 8 more minutes until the asparagus is tender
- Enjoy!
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Natalie
I love this recipe. I made it for weekend and served it as a side. My family was delighted. I must make this again. Super delicious and so easy.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you so much, Natalie. So happy your family enjoyed this recipe. Thanks for coming back to write this feedback
Nicole
What a stunning side dish! Simple and full of wonderful flavours. Parmesan has got to be one of my favourite cheeses and asparagus is one of my favourite veggies, so the two together would be magic.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Nicole. I hope you try it.
Nicole Washington
I love asparagus! Thank you for giving me a new way to cook it! We’ll lovethis for sure!
Veena Azmanov
You are very welcome Nicole.
Lori
I am all over this recipe! This will be my lunch! I just bought a huge bag at Sam’s Club and need to use them up. Thanks for sharing!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Lori. I hope you try it. Let me know if you do
Megan Ellam
I am having this today. I just grabbed a couple of bunches of baby asparagus yesterday. Thanks for the inspiration.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Megan. I think you will enjoy this recipe
Candice
I already loved asparagus, and that cheesy, salty, parmesan really takes it to another level! Love this recipe so much, and can’t wait to make it again. Thanks for the recipe!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you so much, Candice. So happy you enjoyed this recipe. Appreciate you coming back to write this feedback
Analida Braeger
I usually boil and chill my asparagus but I think I like your baked version with cheese much better. Thanks for sharing a great recipe and all the tips! Fantastic!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Analida.
Bernice Hill
What a great idea for a side dish. We’re actually having asparagus tonight for dinner, I’ll have to give this a try!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Bernice. Let me know how it was if you make it.
Kylee Ayotte
I love asparagus, and am always looking for new ways to cook it! I love that this one has both garlic and parmesan – my fave!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Kylee.
Jaida
Asparagus is one of my family’s favorites, and we love to roast our veggies so I bet this roasted asparagus with garlic and parmesan would be a big hit! Also love the addition of lemon!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Jaida. yes, we love it here too.
Mundez
Just made this recipe today. Was the best I ever tasted. That cheddar really does make a huge difference. Thank you so much for the recipe.
Veena Azmanov
Ah awesome.. So happy you enjoyed this dish. Thank you so much Mundez for taking the time to write this feedback. Appreciate it very much. I love getting feedback on my recipes. Thanks
CHichi
Haven’t had asparagus before. I love garlic and Parmesan cheese so I’m guessing I would love this dish.
Veena Azmanov
Oh you must try asparagus. Once cooked it’s really tender and absolutely delicious.
Denisse Salinas
Yum! What’s not to love about garlic and parmesan on anything! And I especially love asparagus.
Veena Azmanov
I second that statement – what’s not to love about garlic and parmesan on anything.! Always a winner.
Patty @ Spoonabilities
Oh my gosh! This looks amazing!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Patty.
Ellen
Look at all that glorious cheese! Definitely trying this recipe for our favorite veggie!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Ellen. The cheese is not much but really adds a ton of flavor
Lisa
I love asparagus and usually steam or roast it. I’ve also sprinkled with parmesan cheese, but never cheddar. Will have to try your recipe.
Veena Azmanov
I love baking and sauteed the best.. Have still not tried steaming. Cheddar adds a nice cream and mild cheese flavor.