The Best Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
These garlic Parmesan asparagus makes a great appetizer or side dish. Brushed with olive oil and garlic then sprinkled with just the right amount of cheese to keep it luxurious yet healthy. A simple, easy and effortless recipe that gets done in less than 20 minutes.
The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
Nothing beats a good appetizer or side dish. In our home salads, sides and appetizers are more popular than any main course. The kids love eating these veggies with just a smear of cheese and baked until tender. Though the cheese is not much the flavor it adds to the dish is huge. Parmesan in particular really pairs well with asparagus. Not to mention baking does good to veggies in general.
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 and some times just a sprinkle of sesame does wonderfully like my Sesame Asparagus.
The Cheese in this recipe is not a whole lot. You don’t need a ton of cheese on veggies! But the three tables adds so much of flavor and takes a simple vegetable dish to comfort food height. The asparagus is cooked until tender so a mouthful just melts in your mouth.
The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
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- Asparagus – Always look for fresh asparagus with bright green color. The stalk need to be tender not too woody. The bottom woody part that needs to be trimmed should usually be not 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 add that little melted cheese on top that makes these 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.
The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
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The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
Ingredients
- Asparagus – 1 bunch (12 to 14)
- Parmesan – 2 tbsp
- Cheddar – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 1 tsp minced
- Olive Oil – 1 tbsp
- Lemon Juice – 1 tbsp
- Salt – 1 tsp
- Pepper – 1 tsp
Method
Prepare
- Preheat the oven at 180 C / 380 F
- In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- 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
The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
Bake
- Place in a preheated oven and bake for 7 minutes
- Remove from oven and top with grated Parmesan and Cheddar Cheese
- Place it back it the oven and bake for 7 to 8 more minutes until the asparagus is tender
- Enjoy!
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The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Appetizer or Side Dish
The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
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Yield 4 servings
These garlic Parmesan asparagus makes a great appetizer or side dish. Brushed with olive oil and garlic then sprinkled with just the right amount of cheese to keep it luxurious yet healthy. A simple, easy and effortless recipe that gets done in less than 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- Asparagus - 1 bunch (12 to 14)
- Parmesan - 2 tbsp
- Cheddar - 1 tbsp
- Garlic - 1 tsp minced
- Olive Oil - 1 tbsp
- Lemon Juice - 1 tbsp
- Salt - 1 tsp
- Pepper - 1 tsp
Instructions
Prepare
- Preheat the oven at 180 C / 380 F
- In a small bowl mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- 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
Bake
- Place in a preheated oven and bake for 7 minutes
- Remove from oven and top with grated Parmesan and Cheddar Cheese
- Place it back it the oven and bake for 7 to 8 more minutes until the asparagus is tender
- Enjoy!
Courses Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 76 grams per serving
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 78 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Total Fat 5.9 g | 9% | |
Saturated Fat 1.9 g | 10% | |
Unsaturated Fat 3.08 g | ||
Trans Fat 0.08 g | ||
Cholesterol 7 mg | 2% | |
Sodium 352 mg | 15% | |
Total Carbohydrates 3.55 g | 1% | |
Dietary Fiber 1.3 g | 5% | |
Sugars 1.43 g | ||
Protein 3.58 g | 7% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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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.
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
Haven’t had asparagus before. I love garlic and Parmesan cheese so I’m guessing I would love this dish.
Oh you must try asparagus. Once cooked it’s really tender and absolutely delicious.
Yum! What’s not to love about garlic and parmesan on anything! And I especially love asparagus.
I second that statement – what’s not to love about garlic and parmesan on anything.! Always a winner.
Oh my gosh! This looks amazing!
Thanks Patty.
Look at all that glorious cheese! Definitely trying this recipe for our favorite veggie!
Thanks Ellen. The cheese is not much but really adds a ton of flavor
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.
I love baking and sauteed the best.. Have still not tried steaming. Cheddar adds a nice cream and mild cheese flavor.