Description
Cheesy Baked Asparagus is a delicious and easy side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender asparagus is roasted to perfection with a cheesy topping that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes or lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare baking sheet: Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare asparagus: Place trimmed asparagus on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly and arrange in a single layer.
- Bake: Bake for 10 minutes, then add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with red pepper flakes or lemon zest if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving for brightness.
- You can also use Gruyère or cheddar instead of mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
