Fried Green Asparagus with Garlic and Lemon Recipe
This delicious fried green asparagus with garlic and lemon is a quick and easy dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table. Perfect as a side or a light main course, it’s sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) fresh green asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius.
- Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim the woody ends.
- In a large bowl, combine the asparagus with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Ensure the asparagus is evenly coated with the marinade, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Spread the marinated asparagus evenly on a baking sheet, making sure the spears are not overlapping for even cooking.
- Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes. Flip the asparagus halfway through cooking for even browning. It should be tender and lightly browned at the end.
- Check the asparagus after 12 minutes; it should be crisp yet tender. Avoid overcooking to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Serve the fried asparagus hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Do not overcrowd the asparagus on the baking sheet for even roasting. Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. If storing, do not roast for too long as it will continue to cook when reheated. Experiment with spices and herbs like thyme or rosemary for different flavors.