Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
Roasted parmesan asparagus is ready in a literal (and figurative) snap! Roast seasoned asparagus spears topped with grated parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs, then fire up the broiler to get that ultimate crunch. This is a super easy, intensely flavored side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1/4 c parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1/4 c panko breadcrumbs
- fresh basil or parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Position a rack in the center of the oven, then heat to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Trim the asparagus, then arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the asparagus with one tablespoon of olive oil, then sprinkle with the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Gently toss until the spears are evenly coated, then arrange into a single even layer.
- Combine the parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a small bowl until well combined and evenly moistened.
- Sprinkle the parmesan and panko mixture evenly over the asparagus.
- Transfer to the oven and roast for 4-6 minutes, depending on size.
- Then flip the oven to the broiler setting and broil 1-2 minutes to allow the topping to crisp and turn golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil and serve right away.