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lemon asparagus

Recipe: Lemon-Roasted Asparagus

lemon roasted asparagus on a dark background

🍋This classic veggie dish is simple, healthy, and elegant. 

 

Serve it as a side for beef, chicken, or fish.

Makes 4 servings.

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh asparagus, trimmed

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tsp grated lemon zest

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • ¼ tsp each salt and pepper

 

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220ºC. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the trimmed asparagus and toss until well coated.

  2. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet and place it in the oven. Roast for 10-14 minutes, until the asparagus are barely tender. Remove from the oven and serve. Enjoy!


Recipe by: Dr. Saara Haapanen

Photo Credit: Canva by fortyforks 

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