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Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus That Will Wow Your Guests

Delight your taste buds with this easy Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus, a gourmet side dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Broiling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 side servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Asparagus
  • 1 lb Fresh Asparagus Choose vibrant, firm spears
For the Flavoring
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with avocado oil
  • 1.5 tbsp Minced Garlic Fresh delivers the best flavor
  • Salt & Pepper Use freshly ground black pepper
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Melts beautifully
  • 0.25 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Adds a salty umami depth

Equipment

  • Sheet pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and trim 1 lb of fresh asparagus, snapping off the woody ends.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil with 1.5 tablespoons of minced garlic.
  4. Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the garlic-coated asparagus.
  5. Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes.
  6. Evenly sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and ¼ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese over the asparagus.
  7. Switch on your oven's broiler and broil the Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus for 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. Serve warm, either on its own or as a side for your favorite dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1side servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To maintain flavor, reheat leftovers in a microwave or a preheated oven until warmed through.

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