Best 8 Oven Baked Asparagus Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on the delectable Oven-Baked Asparagus, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your palate. This simple yet elegant dish brings out the natural sweetness of asparagus, transforming it into a culinary delight. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a vibrant side dish or a delectable appetizer that will impress your guests. Discover three enticing variations of this recipe, each offering a unique twist to the classic. From the zesty Lemon-Herb Asparagus to the savory Parmesan-Crusted Asparagus and the irresistible Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus, there's a perfect recipe for every taste preference. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the beauty and versatility of asparagus.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PERFECT ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Learn how to make perfectly roasted asparagus here! This roasted asparagus recipe is a fantastic springtime side dish that everyone will love. You can season it however you'd like. You'll find my seasoning suggestions below. Recipe yields 2 large or 4 modest side servings.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large bunch (about 1 pound) fresh asparagus
1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Zest and juice of 1/2 medium lemon, preferably organic
Lemon wedges, from the remaining 1/2 lemon
Sprinkle of finely grated Parmesan cheese
Small handful of fresh mint or parsley, finely chopped
Light sprinkle of red pepper flakes
Pat or two of butter
Light drizzle of balsamic reduction or thick balsamic vinegar
Toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus (if you sharply bend the asparagus near the base, it will snap in the right place). Discard the ends.
  • Place the asparagus on the sheet and drizzle with 1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil, just enough to lightly coat the asparagus. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the asparagus, and toss until the spears are lightly coated in oil. Arrange the spears in a single layer on the pan.
  • Bake just until the base of the asparagus is easily pierced through by a fork. Very thin asparagus, like the kind shown here, will take as little as 9 to 12 minutes, whereas thicker asparagus will need 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Transfer the roasted asparagus to a serving platter and season however you'd like. You could keep it simple with a squeeze of lemon juice, or a sprinkle of Parmesan, or add a pat of butter or drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
  • Roasted asparagus is best served when it's fresh out of the oven, but it will keep at room temperature for up to 1 hour or up to 4 days in the refrigerator (gently reheat before serving).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33 calories, Sugar 2.1 g, Sodium 147.5 mg, Fat 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Ree Drummond's oven-roasted asparagus recipe is one of the most ridiculously simple vegetable dishes in existence. Make it for the holidays, or a weeknight dinner.

Categories     Christmas     Thanksgiving     dinner     main dish     roasted     side dish     snack

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch asparagus
4 tbsp. (up to 5 tablespoons) olive oil
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • After you wash the asparagus thoroughly, stack a bunch together and lop off the tough/thick bottom an inch or so.
  • Spread out the asparagus in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Pat it as dry as you can, as you don't want any water to "steam" the asparagus in the oven.
  • Begin by generously drizzling olive oil all over the asparagus and then sprinkle the asparagus generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Roast the asparagus for about ten minutes. The secret here is for the oven to be very hot so the asparagus can begin to brown on the outside without overcooking and getting too flimsy. You want the finished asparagus to still have a bite to it. Enjoy!

THE BEST ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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The perfect roasted asparagus should be lightly browned and tender, yet bright green and crisp. Roasting the spears at a high temperature helps achieve this. We also browned grated Parmesan to make a nutty, crumbly frico topping. Wait until ready to serve to top the vegetables so the crisped cheese stays crunchy.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces)
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Juice of 1/4 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a wire rack.
  • Put the asparagus, olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Toss to coat evenly. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned and tender, but still bright green.
  • Meanwhile, spread the Parmesan evenly in the bottom of a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook undisturbed until the cheese melts, sticks together and turns golden brown, about 2 minutes, then flip with a rubber spatula and cook until golden on the second side, about 2 minutes more. Transfer the frico to a wire rack-lined baking sheet to cool completely, about 2 minutes. Break the frico into small crumbles and put in a small bowl. Add the lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and toss to combine.
  • Transfer the roasted asparagus to a serving platter and squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the top. Top with the crumbled frico mixture.

OVEN-BAKED ASPARAGUS



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I like to use recipes that call for fresh produce I've grown in my garden. Here's a simple way to make baked asparagus to bring out the flavor while maintaining that bright green color. -Robert Foust, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place the asparagus on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Dot with butter. Bring edges of foil together and seal tightly; place foil packet on a baking sheet. Bake until crisp-tender, 25-30 minutes. Carefully open foil to allow steam to escape. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED ASPARAGUS



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A quick and easy way to prepare asparagus - just bake it in the oven with some balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt. Bake time varies depending on the thickness of the asparagus

Provided by Toi

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
salt
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread out trimmed asparagus in 1 layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roll asparagus back and forth so it is evenly covered with olive oil
  • Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus is lightly browned and easily pierced with a knife, 20 to 30 minutes depending on the thickness of the asparagus. Flip asparagus after 15 minutes. Season with salt and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Bake until balsamic vinegar starts to caramelize, about 1 minute more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 42 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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For a simple side dish, try Ina Garten's Roasted Asparagus from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; the recipe uses only asparagus, olive oil, salt and pepper.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds fresh asparagus
Good olive oil
Kosher salt, plus extra for sprinkling
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Break off the tough ends of the asparagus and, if they're thick, peel them. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, then toss to coat the asparagus completely. Spread the asparagus in a single layer and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Roast the asparagus for 25 minutes, until tender but still crisp.

OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Asparagus never tasted so good! Simply seasoned with butter and green onions, they taste fresh and keep their bright green color, too. They're so good, you might want to make extra. This is how to cook asparagus in the oven. -Jody Fisher, Stewartstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 to 4 green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place asparagus in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Toss with melted butter and green onions; spread evenly. Sprinkle with salt., Roast until crisp-tender, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Roast asparagus this way and it becomes positively juicy. You'd think one pound would be enough for four people, but in my experience the thick stalks - the best kind to use - are really irresistible. Err on the side of extravagance, and polish up any leftovers for lunch the next day.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds thick asparagus, woody ends snapped off
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Fresh lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Oil a baking sheet or a baking dish large enough to hold the asparagus in one layer. Place the asparagus in the dish, and toss with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Place in the oven and roast for 10 to 15 minutes, until the stalks begin to shrivel and color lightly.
  • Remove from the heat, toss with the thyme and season with lemon juice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 45, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 356 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are firm and have tight tips. Avoid spears that are limp or have woody ends.
  • Trim the asparagus: Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus spears. You can also use a knife to trim them.
  • Toss the asparagus with oil and seasonings: This will help the asparagus to cook evenly and develop flavor.
  • Roast the asparagus at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the asparagus and give it a slightly crispy exterior.
  • Watch the asparagus closely: Asparagus can cook quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on it to prevent it from overcooking.
  • Serve the asparagus immediately: Asparagus is best served hot, right out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Oven-baked asparagus is a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a healthy and flavorful way to add more vegetables to your diet. With just a few ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can have a delicious and nutritious side dish that the whole family will love.

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