Description
Transform bland asparagus into a delightful side dish with gooey cheese, perfect for impressing your guests or adding flair to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Parmesan, mozzarella, or a medley)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the asparagus by rinsing and trimming off 1-2 inches from the bottoms.
- Season the asparagus in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cheese by spreading it over the asparagus on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and asparagus is tender.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top before serving if desired.
Notes
Using fresh asparagus and experimenting with different cheeses can elevate this dish. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg