Description
Cheesy Baked Asparagus is a delectable veggie side dish that elevates ordinary dinners into delightful feasts. Imagine tender asparagus spears generously coated in melted cheese and crispy breadcrumbs, creating a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for weeknight meals or festive gatherings, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or your favorite melting cheese)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the asparagus and trim the woody ends. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Arrange the seasoned asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top with shredded cheese and panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the asparagus is tender and the cheese is bubbling and golden. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 150g
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg