The Best Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
This 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 well 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 sometimes 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 needs 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 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.
The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
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The BEST Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe
Ingredients
- Asparagus – 400 grams 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 in 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
Ingredients
- 400 grams Asparagus
- 2 tbsp Parmesan
- 1 tbsp Cheddar
- 1 tsp Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
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!
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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.