Cheesy Baked Asparagus: A Quick, Delicious Side Dish Treat

Cheesy Baked Asparagus is a quick, keto-friendly side dish that transforms fresh asparagus into a creamy, garlicky delight your family will love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: All Recipes

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Asparagus

1 bunch Fresh asparagus Trim woody ends

For the Garlic Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive oil High-quality extra virgin
3 cloves Garlic Finely minced
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked, optional

For the Cheesy Topping

1.25 cups Mozzarella cheese Can substitute with cheddar

For the Crunch

1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Optional, use gluten-free if needed

Equipment

Baking Sheet
Medium bowl
oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheesy Baked Asparagus

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare your baking sheet by lightly spraying it with non-stick spray.
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper. Drizzle this mixture over the asparagus.
Roast the asparagus in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes until vibrant green and slightly tender.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the roasted asparagus, switch the oven to broil, and broil for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from the oven, adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper, and serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider blending breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan or finishing with a sprinkle of lemon juice.

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