Description
A simple and delicious Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus recipe featuring fresh asparagus seasoned with garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roasted to perfection and topped with melted mozzarella cheese for a savory side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 lb asparagus, fresh and trimmed
Seasonings and Oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 415 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil, dull side facing up.
- Prepare asparagus: Trim the woody ends off the asparagus, rinse under water, and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure even roasting.
- Season asparagus: Drizzle the olive oil over the asparagus, then add the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Use clean hands to evenly massage the seasonings onto all the asparagus stalks.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the seasoned asparagus on the lined baking sheet, leaving some space between the stalks for even cooking.
- Roast asparagus: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the asparagus for 15 minutes until they are crisp-tender and bright green, adjusting time slightly based on thickness.
- Add cheese topping: Remove the asparagus from the oven and evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Broil cheese: Turn your oven's broiler to high and return the asparagus to the oven. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely until the cheese is melted and bubbly without burning.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from oven and serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Patting the asparagus dry before seasoning helps achieve a crispier texture when roasting.
- Use fresh garlic for a more vibrant flavor; garlic powder can be used as a substitute if needed.
- Keep a close eye during broiling to prevent the cheese from burning quickly.
- For a variation, you can use Parmesan cheese instead of mozzarella for a nuttier taste.
- Thicker asparagus stalks may require a couple extra minutes of roasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
