Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
Delicious roasted asparagus covered in melted cheese! Quick and easy asparagus recipe perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Servings: 4
Calories: 126kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus, fresh
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- ⅕ teaspoon salt
- 3 slices havarti cheese or your favorite cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a pan with parchment paper. Clean and trim asparagus then place on prepared pan.
- Add olive oil, garlic and salt to asparagus and toss to coat. Place in oven to roast about 10 minutes.
- Remove asparagus then place cheese on top. Place under broiler just until cheese melts. Serve.
Notes
Tips for success:
If possible, choose medium to small asparagus stalks for the most tender and flavorful results. Watch closely during roasting as it is very easy to go from perfect to tough in a short time! Also, watch closely when melting the cheese during the final step. It won't take long at all.
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1025IU | Vitamin C: 6.6mg | Calcium: 155mg | Iron: 2.4mg
