Description
Indulge in this delectable Cheesy Baked Asparagus recipe that combines the earthy flavors of asparagus with gooey melted cheeses for a delightful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch of fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional chopped parsley
Asparagus:
Seasonings:
Cheese:
Garnish:
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Asparagus: Arrange trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Bake: Bake for 10 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over asparagus. Bake for 5–7 minutes until cheese melts.
- Optional Broil: Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden top. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes before baking.
- Substitute mozzarella with cheddar or Gruyère for a different taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
