Roasted Asparagus with Lemon

Name: Roasted Asparagus with Lemon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus (rinsed, patted dry, and ends trimmed); 1 lemon (half juiced and half sliced); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe

These lemon roasted asparagus have slightly charred edges from the oven heat and a bright summery flavor of fresh lemon.

Roasted asparagus with lemon is a game-changing recipe you'll want to keep on hand for an impressive and easy side dish.

overhead view of roasted asparagus with lemon slices

Lemon Roasted Asparagus Recipe

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When I don’t make the roasted Parmesan asparagus my family loves, this is the side they ask for. Plus, asparagus also provides many health benefits such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

I know you've probably tried steaming asparagus, but tossing it with olive oil, lemon juice, and roasting to perfection is another story. It’s buttery, zippy, and crisp-tender all in one bite.

How to Roast Asparagus with Lemon

Roasted asparagus is one of the easiest veggie side dishes to prepare, taking only 15 to 20 minutes from start to finish:

Season.
Place the asparagus onto a lined baking sheet, drizzle with lemon juice and oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread them in an even layer.
More fresh lemon.
Using a paring knife, slice the remaining half of the lemon and place the slices over the asparagus.
Bake to perfection.
Roast in a preheated oven at 425F for 10 minutes or until golden brown and tender.

roasted asparagus with lemon slices in a white dish

Laura’s Tips for Roasting Asparagus

How to keep asparagus fresh

Rinse the asparagus with water right before you cook them, not when you get home from the store. The excess moisture trapped in the tips would increase the chance of them wilting or going bad while in the fridge.

How to prep asparagus for roasting

Remove the woody stems by holding the asparagus with one hand at the base and the other at the stem’s center. Bend until it snaps. The fibrous, tough part should come off, leaving the tender, green stem intact.
You can complete this step up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate the asparagus in an airtight container.

How to store roasted asparagus

Store leftover asparagus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Microwave for 1-2 minutes to reheat or, if you want them charry as the first day, place them onto a baking sheet and bake at 425F for 10 minutes.

How to Serve Roasted Asparagus with Lemon

You can serve asparagus alongside pan-seared chicken breasts, foil-baked salmon, or grilled steak kabobs. It’s also a terrific salad topping, or even a light, savory snack that you can enjoy just as it is.

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Roasted Asparagus with Lemon

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

These lemon roasted asparagus have slightly charred edges from the oven heat and a bright summery flavor of fresh lemon.

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Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus, rinsed, patted dry, and ends trimmed
1 lemon, half juiced and half sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prep the oven:

Preheat the oven to 425F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Season:

Place the asparagus onto the baking sheet, drizzle with lemon juice, olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat the vegetables in the seasonings, then spread them in an even layer.
Using a pairing knife, slice the remaining half of the lemon and place the slices over the asparagus.