Here’s a simple, bright, and flavorful way to make Lemon Garlic Asparagus—a perfect side for any meal:
🌿 Lemon Garlic Asparagus
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Optional: grated Parmesan or crushed red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep asparagus:
- Trim the woody ends (about 1–2 inches from the bottom).
- Cook asparagus:
- Stovetop: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add asparagus, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
- Oven/Roast: Toss asparagus with oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes.
- Stovetop: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add lemon flavor:
- Sprinkle lemon zest and squeeze lemon juice over the cooked asparagus.
- Toss gently to coat.
- Optional finishing touches:
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan or crushed red pepper for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately:
- Works perfectly as a side for chicken, fish, steak, or pasta.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcook asparagus; it should stay slightly crisp and bright green.
- Garlic can burn easily—add later in cooking if pan is very hot.
- For extra flavor, drizzle a little balsamic glaze or sprinkle toasted almonds.
I can also give you a sheet pan lemon garlic asparagus with cherry tomatoes, or oven-roasted garlic parmesan asparagus version if you want 🥗.
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