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    Home » Side Dishes

    Oven Roasted Asparagus (25 cents/serving)

    Published: Feb 11, 2021 · Modified: Sep 1, 2021 by Jessica Fisher

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    Oven roasted asparagus is a fast and easy side dish to serve up with your family’s dinner, needing just oil, salt, pepper, and lemon.

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    • What is asparagus?
    • What is roasted asparagus?
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    • Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe

    Ready for spring? With the changing of the season comes the arrival of spring produce, like asparagus, artichokes, and strawberries. These are heralds of the end of winter so watch for great pricing.

    Looking for a super simple, spring side dish? Roasted asparagus is it!

    Tender green spears roasted in flavorful olive oil and seasoned gently with salt, pepper, and lemon juice promises to be a bright and cheerful addition to your table.

    What is asparagus?

    Asparagus is a vegetable in the lily family. Its season runs from February to June; it is available in green, white, or purple. Asparagus is best cooked the same day, but can be stored up to 4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, you can freeze asparagus.

    platter of asparagus with lemon

    What is roasted asparagus?

    While vegetables are often maligned in our culture, I think their poor reputation is to be blamed on how folks prepare it. Over time I’ve found that oven roasting my vegetables, like oven roasted tomatoes or roast garlic really brings out the flavor in the vegetable.

    Roasted asparagus is cooked in a hot oven instead of boiling or steaming, preparations that often result in soggy and stringy veg. Roasting imparts a richer flavor and a crisp-tender texture.

    Serving suggestions

    This is a great side dish to accompany your main sides, but I love serving it with some Slow Cooker Ham and the Tastiest Scalloped Potatoes on the Planet.

    It’s also delicious with Baked Salmon in Foil or as a nice alternative to the beans in Easy Chicken and Green Beans.

    ingredients for roasted asparagus

    Ingredients

    You don’t need much for this recipe, just asparagus, oil, salt, pepper, and lemon.

    Adaptations

    You can swap out the oil for another fat, such as melted butter, ghee, or coconut oil. If you want to add a bit of extra flavor, try sprinkling on chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, or finely shredded parmesan.

    Instructions

    Making oven roasted asparagus couldn’t be simpler! I always start with washing my asparagus spears and trim them by bending each spear until it snaps.

    By bending them it will naturally snap off where the tougher end meets the tender shoot. is which can be tough to eat sometimes.  You can also remove the woody, inedible ends with a knife or vegetable peeler.

    Preheat your oven to 375 °. Line a baking sheet with foil, parchment, or a silat baking mat. Line up your spears in a single layer. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Slide pan into the oven.

    prepping asparagus for roasting
    prepped tray of asparagus
    pouring oil on asparagus
    sheet of roasted asparagus

    How long do I cook asparagus for in the oven?

    The best part about making asparagus in the oven is that it roasts up quickly. I roast my asparagus for 5 to 15 minutes or until crisp-tender, depending on the thickness of the spears.

    Tips for success

    Don’t overcook it.

    Roasted asparagus is best when it’s got a little bit of crisp to it, but has lost the “green” raw taste. Very thin spears will cook in as little as 5 minutes while thicker spears may take as long as 10 to 15. Don’t hesitate to taste a bit during the cooking time to get the right texture.

    dinner table set with asparagus platter

    Storing leftovers

    Leftover asparagus can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Reheating

    You can serve it cold, room temperature, or warm it back up in the microwave or on the stovetop in the pan. 

    Repurposing leftovers

    If there’s not enough leftover asparagus for another meal, you can easily work it into soup, such as Creamy Dairy-Free Asparagus Soup.

    roasted asparagus on tray

    Recipe costs

    The variable cost in this recipe is the price of the fresh asparagus. Depending on the season, it can range in price from $0.99 to $4.99/pound. Plan to serve asparagus when you see it on sale.

    A pound should serve about four, meaning that you can get this dish as low as 25 cents/serving.

    Kitchen equipment

    This recipe really couldn’t be easier than it is, but having the right kitchen tools can really make your time in the kitchen more enjoyable. Over time, I’ve honed my collection so that they are perfect for my needs.

    • parchment paper – I hate washing pans. Parchment paper makes clean up a breeze.
    • sheet pans – I LOVE my set of steel sheet pans. They make such a difference in baking compared to those cheap grocery store pans I had as a newlywed.
    • liquid measure – these beakers are more accurate for liquids, such as oil

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    Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe

    Oven Roasted Asparagus comes together quickly and easily. Baked in foil packets, the tender shoots are infused with olive oil and lemon.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 88kcal
    Author: Jessica Fisher
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    Ingredients

    • 1 lb asparagus spears washed and trimmed
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • salt
    • black pepper
    • ½ lemon cut into wedges
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
    • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Line up your spears in a single layer. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
    • Bake for 5 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. The cooking time will depend on how thick your asparagus spears are. Very thin spears will cook quickly while thicker spears will take longer to cook.
    • Drizzle with lemon juice and serve.

    Notes

    Variation: you can substitute melted butter for the oil, if you prefer. Promptly store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 4 days.
    Nutritional values are approximate and based on 1 packet.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 857IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 3mg
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    This post was originally published on May 5, 2010. It has been updated for content and clarity.

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    1. Mrs. Little

      May 06, 2010 at 7:07 pm

      I use the exact same technique but we put them on the BBQ until done….

      Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!

      Reply
    2. jeanne

      May 06, 2010 at 6:12 pm

      All three of my children love aspargus . . . but we only eat it in season and here in Michigan that means for only 2-3 months.
      My kids also like oven roasted root vegetables in the winter.

      Reply
    3. Jacky Hackett

      May 06, 2010 at 5:24 pm

      Roasted Asparagus is one of my favorites. Easy and tasty! Love leftovers tossed into my salad the next day.

      Reply
    4. Challice

      May 06, 2010 at 3:54 pm

      Another cooler way (IE hate turning the oven on right now ;)) is cut as you shown. Saute’ them in olive oil at a LOW heat for approx 5-10 minutes. Serve with parmesean cheese. Yummm

      Reply
    5. Amy

      May 06, 2010 at 2:52 pm

      I prepare it the same way, but on the grill. Lemon helps cut the bitterness down. Squeeze after cooking or season with lemon-pepper.

      Reply
    6. Cara

      May 06, 2010 at 12:47 pm

      Asparagus is one of my favorite veggies! I’m working hard to incorporate more vegetables in our diet, but it’s been an uphill battle with my 2 extremely picky eaters. I’m looking forward to checking out all of the other veggie recipes this week! Thanks for putting together this linky party!

      Reply
    7. Ellen

      May 06, 2010 at 12:26 pm

      I love my veggies, but this one wasn’t my favorite.. but on the grill its yummie!!!

      Reply
    8. Charlene @ Secrets of a Southern Kitchen

      May 06, 2010 at 12:08 pm

      Thanks for hosting. I love fresh asparagus, I usually pan-saute it, but have been wanting to venture out and try it in the oven, thanks for the tips!

      Reply
    9. Emily

      May 06, 2010 at 11:22 am

      Another great way to make asparagus is on the grill.
      We baste with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
      We like ours crunchy and it’s always great!

      Hope you get a lot of great recipes.
      Em

      Reply
    10. Angela

      May 06, 2010 at 11:07 am

      This is our favorite way to have asparagus. I usually use garlic salt instead of plain salt, and sometimes I also sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the asparagus before baking. Another variation is to use melted butter or margarine instead of oil.

      Reply
    11. gigi

      May 06, 2010 at 9:59 am

      I do this same recipe, except I add sprinkling parmesan cheese all over the asparagus right before I put in the oven. Delish!

      Reply
    12. Anna Whiteside

      May 06, 2010 at 9:55 am

      I cook mine the same way, but without sealing it up. I also sprinkle some parmesan cheese flakes on it. Delicious!

      Reply
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