This Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus is a super easy and totally delicious side dish for spring and summer! Only a few ingredients and 15 minutes stand between you and this fresh, flavourful dish!
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Sorry for the redundancy (how Canadian am I? Starting a blog post with an apology…), but if you’ve read any of my recent Spring 2018 posts, you are well aware of my love affair with the farmer’s market. My latest find? These absolutely gorgeous, fresh asparagus which just HAD to be made into my favourite Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus side dish – I’ve been making this side dish for years and years every single asparagus season because it’s just the perfect way to usher in summer. Bright, lemony flavours and gorgeous colours!!
I’ve shared many of my favourite healthy side dishes with you before, including this AMAZING Easy Greek Salad, these Classic Healthy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and these Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots. If you’re looking for another amazing side dish to add to your spring/summer recipe repertoire, this Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus is definitely it! Just a few simple ingredients and about 15 minutes are all it takes until you’ll be in asparagus heaven!
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I hope you love this Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus as much as we do! Let me know in the comments below, what’s your favourite Spring and Summer side dish? I’d love to know!
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Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus
This Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus is a super easy and totally delicious side dish for spring and summer! Only a few ingredients and 15 minutes stand between you and this fresh, flavourful dish!
Recipe: Ingredients
- 2 bunches asparagus (approximately 30 pieces), washed and dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed (OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 lemon sliced
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Recipe: Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Snap the bottom inch off each of the asparagus stalks (or slice with a knife if desired).
- Place on a large baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil.
- Add the garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper, and toss well to coat.
- Lay the lemon slices on top and roast for 10-15 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or until bright green in colour and only slightly soft.
- Serve immediately.
Recipe: Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Garlic Roasted Asparagus
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 73
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 3mg0%
Potassium 303mg9%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 1134IU23%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 38mg4%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
This looks so easy and delicious! Definitely making for dinner
Enjoy! 🙂
Asparagus is my favorite side dish! I will try your recipe next time!
Thanks! Hope you love it!
Such a perfect side dish for spring and summer
Thanks so much!
This asparagus is calling my name! I have to try it! Love the lemon zestyness!
Thanks! We agree!
Perfect side dish for a nice spring dinner! Asparagus is my one of my favorite veggies!
Thanks! Glad you like the recipe!
I love asparagus and I really can’t wait to give this a try!
Let me know how you liked it! 🙂
LOVE asparagus…and I bet the lemon brings out so much amazing flavor!
We agree! Thanks!
Very yummy and makes a great addition to any meal.
I’m so happy you enjoyed it! Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback!