Description
A simple and delicious recipe for cheesy garlic roasted asparagus, combining tender roasted asparagus with melted mozzarella cheese for a perfect side dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb. asparagus, fresh and trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 415 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with foil, dull side facing up for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Asparagus: Trim the woody ends off the asparagus, rinse them under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels to ensure they roast properly.
- Season Asparagus: Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus and sprinkle the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Use clean hands to massage the seasonings evenly all over the stalks.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure to leave some space between each stalk for even roasting.
- Roast Asparagus: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 15 minutes until the asparagus are crisp-tender and bright green in color.
- Add Cheese Topping: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the asparagus.
- Broil Cheese: Switch your oven to the broiler setting on high, return the asparagus to the oven, and broil for 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while the cheese is warm and gooey. Enjoy your cheesy garlic roasted asparagus!
Notes
- Use fresh and firm asparagus for the best texture.
- Adjust roast time based on the thickness of the asparagus to prevent overcooking.
- Feel free to substitute mozzarella with Parmesan or a blend of cheeses.
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice after roasting.
- Broil carefully as cheese can burn quickly under high heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
