Description
Cheesy Baked Asparagus is a mouthwatering side dish that transforms ordinary asparagus into an extraordinary culinary delight. The tender spears, lightly roasted and smothered in gooey mozzarella cheese, create a flavor explosion that will impress your family and guests alike. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and festive occasions. With the rich essence of garlic and olive oil enhancing the natural sweetness of asparagus, this recipe delivers a healthy yet indulgent option that appeals to all palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over asparagus and toss to coat.
- Roast for 10-15 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the hot asparagus and broil for an additional 4-5 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 197
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 415mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg