Easy Roasted Asparagus with Cheese and Herbs

Roasted asparagus with cheese and herb and garlic is the best side dish to any meal!

This dish is Keto friendly if you are into that sort of thing. Toss some asparagus on a baking sheet, add some cheese with a mixture of garlic and cilantro, and you’re practically good to go! Not everyone likes cilantro, so you can easily substitute it for parsley.

Perfect for a dinner appetizer or a side, asparagus naturally makes any meal feel like it’s five star. I love how it also benefits your body with vitamins C, K, and A. Along with that, they also have antioxidants.

With just a quick toss, bake, and sprinkle, there’s really no stress to cooking asparagus. They easily pop in and out of the oven and always make presentation of dishes an absolute breeze.

There are just a few ingredients to make the best cheesy asparagus:

Asparagus is filled with vitamins A and K.

Garlic boosts your immune system and

Cilantro can help prevent food poisoning.

Cheddar cheese is rich in calcium and iron.

Along with these ingredients, you will need olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Here are some more appetizers to try out:

Creamy, Crispy and Cheesy Baked Stuffed Mushroom Bites are a great side dish with loads of nutrients.

The Best Guacamole Recipe to Serve with Chips is super easy to make in your own kitchen at home!

Easy Roasted Asparagus with Cheese and Herbs

Roasted asparagus with cheese and herb and garlic is the best side dish to any meal!

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Allergy: Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegetarian

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

ServingsServings: 4

Calories: 146kcal

Author: Marina Rizhkov

Equipment

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  garlic press
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  baking sheet
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  knife
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  cutting board
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  whisk
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  mixing bowl

Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb asparagus, one bunch, woody ends removed
• ▢ 2 Tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ▢ ½ tsp salt
• ▢ ¼ tsp black pepper
• ▢ 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• ▢ ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Arrange asparagus on a baking sheet.
  1 lb asparagus,
• In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cilantro. Pour over the asparagus and give a little toss to evenly coat each spear.
  2 Tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves garlic,, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves,
• Top with cheese.
  ½ cup cheddar cheese,
• Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese begins to melt.
• Enjoy this goodness immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 386mg | Potassium: 251mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1006IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 3mg

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