Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Garlic Butter
This simple yet flavorful dish features tender roasted asparagus topped with a tangy lemon garlic butter. Perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Lemon - 1, juiced and zested
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Asparagus - 1 bunch
Let's Get Started
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the ends of the asparagus and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred.
- While the asparagus is roasting, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for a minute or two until fragrant.
- Remove the butter from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- When the asparagus is done roasting, transfer it to a serving platter and drizzle with the lemon garlic butter. Serve immediately.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Sugar: 3g