Asparagus is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. One of the most popular ways to cook asparagus is to roast it in the oven. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the asparagus and gives it a slightly crispy texture. Parmesan crusted roasted asparagus is a particularly delicious variation on this classic dish. The Parmesan cheese adds a rich, nutty flavor to the asparagus, and the crispy crust adds an extra layer of texture. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
PARMESAN CRUSTED ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Roasted asparagus with a parmesan crumb topping.
Provided by Elyse
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut the rough ends off the asparagus and place in prepared pan.
- Generously spray nonstick cooking spray on top of asparagus.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese in an even layer on top of asparagus.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Place croutons in a resealable bag and crush using a rolling pin until fine crumbs form or place in a food processor.
- Sprinkle crouton crumbs on top of asparagus and spray again with nonstick cooking spray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crumb topping is golden brown and asparagus can be easily pierced with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 323 kcal, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 628 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 23 mg
PARMESAN CRUSTED ROASTED ASPARAGUS RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by Foodiewife
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prepare the asparagus by trimming off the woody ends. Sprinkle with kosher salt (not table salt) and fresh cracked pepper. Drizzle with olive oil (about 1 tablespoon). Mix together. On a Silpat Silicon Mat, or foil, or parchment paper (cleanup is easier this way) generously grate a thick layer of freshly grated Parmesan cheese (not the stuff in the green can... that is really cheap). Bake at 425°F for about 10 minutes. Allow to sit for a minute and serve. Fantastic!
Tips:
- Choose thick asparagus spears for a more substantial dish.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
- Toss the asparagus spears in olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting to evenly coat them.
- Roast the asparagus spears at a high temperature (425°F) for a quick and even cook.
- Watch the asparagus spears closely to prevent them from overcooking and becoming mushy.
- Remove the asparagus spears from the oven when they are tender-crisp, with slightly charred tips.
- Serve the roasted asparagus spears immediately, topped with Parmesan cheese and lemon zest.
Conclusion:
Parmesan-crusted roasted asparagus is a simple but elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your asparagus spears tender or crispy, with a mild or strong Parmesan flavor, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Parmesan-crusted roasted asparagus a try. You won't be disappointed!
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