Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
Easy and delicious, this simple roasted asparagus covers tender-crisp veggies with hot melted cheese and zesty lemon for a side dish the whole family will love.
Prep: 10 Minutes
Cook: 15 Minutes
Total: 25 Minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or canola oil
- ¼-1 teaspoon salt or seasoning salt
- 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese (We like Nonna Mozz)
- zest of one lemon (approximately 1 tablespoon)
Feel free to use any seasonings you like in this recipe. A little minced garlic and freshly cracked black pepper in the oil mixture would be divine!
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425° Fahrenheit. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place asparagus spears in large bowl. Add oil and salt, then toss to coat asparagus completely.
- Spread asparagus spears out on baking sheet in one even layer. Place baking sheet in oven and bake 12 to 14 minutes or until asparagus is bright green and ends are slightly browned.
- Remove baking sheet from oven and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over asparagus. Turn broiler on high. Place baking sheet under broiler and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove asparagus from oven. Sprinkle lemon zest over melted cheese and serve immediately.