Roasted Lemon Asparagus made with fresh lemon, olive oil and just a pinch of salt and pepper for a really simple side dish to any entrée.
We are right in the middle of asparagus season and my family definitely eats their fair share of the vegetable. This Roasted Lemon Asparagus is fresh, crisp, quick and so easy to toss in the oven.
To prepare : Preheat the oven to 425 degrees as you give the asparagus a rinse and trim the ends by 1/2 inch. Lay the asparagus on a baking sheet and grab a small bowl to mix the olive and lemon juice. Cut the lemon in half and use half as juice and the other half is sliced for garnish. Pour the olive oil and lemon juice mixture over top and make sure to thoroughly cover each asparagus. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and lay the lemon slices over top. Roast in the oven for about 9 minutes and serve.
How to pick the best asparagus from your grocery:
- Make sure the stems are not dried out. Often, asparagus is stored in shallow water at the store.
- The stems should be firm and not limp.
- The tops should not be mushy.
- They should have a rich green color with some white at the bottom and purple hues at the top.
If you are storing your asparagus a couple days before cooking, make sure to trim the ends and wrap in a wet paper towel or in a jar filled with a bit of water to keep fresh.
Roasted Lemon Asparagus
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 9
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Roasted Lemon Asparagus made with fresh lemon, olive oil and just a pinch of salt and pepper for a really simple side dish to any entrée.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Wash and trim the asparagus. Place on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, add 1 tablespoon olive with juice from half the lemon (about 1 tablespoon, more for a stronger lemon flavor). Mix together.
- Pour lemon juice/olive oil mixture over asparagus. Make sure to coat the asparagus thoroughly.
- Season with just a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Slice the other half of the lemon. Place lemon slices over asparagus.
- Place in oven for 10 minutes. *
Notes
*Cook longer depending on personal taste but asparagus should be crispy when served.
- Category: Side
- Method: Oven
This is the perfect summer dish. Asparagus and a squeeze of lemon is the perfect side for grilled dishes.
LOVE asparagus this time of year, especially roasted. Need to try your version ASAP!
I think this would be a nice change from my usual steamed asparagus. I’ll try it the next time I have them!
Let me know how you like them roasted Harriet.
Yum! Roasted vegetables are my favorite…including asparagus. Love the simplicity of the lemon added. Thanks for sharing.
The lemon is a really nice addition. Enjoy!
Simple and easy recipe! Thanks for the additional tips. I don’t usually store asparagus with a wet paper towel but it makes sense.
Yea, just something to keep them moist and from drying out!
This sounds so refreshing with the lemon! Asparagus is one of my favorite sides. I will definitely try this!
Asparagus is one of my favorite sides too, especially this time of year.