Roasted Asparagus with Lemon

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
36%
Roasted Asparagus with Lemon
45 min.
6
42kcal

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Are you looking for a quick, healthy, and incredibly delicious side dish to elevate your meals? Look no further than this delightful Roasted Asparagus with Lemon! This recipe is a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and appetizing textures, making it an ideal accompaniment to your favorite entrees.

Asparagus is not only a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins A, C, and K, but it’s also low in calories—at just 42 kcal per serving, it’s a guilt-free addition to any plate. The roasting process enhances the unique umami flavors of the asparagus, giving it a satisfying crisp-tender bite while the fresh lemon juice and zest infuse the dish with a zesty brightness that awakens your taste buds.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a family meal, this Roasted Asparagus with Lemon is sure to impress. It's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, catering to a variety of dietary preferences without sacrificing taste. With just four simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have this elegant side dish ready to go in under 45 minutes!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a scrumptious and wholesome dish that will make everyone ask for seconds. Your next meal deserves the fresh and tangy touch of Roasted Asparagus with Lemon!

Ingredients

  • 36  asparagus trimmed
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin

Equipment

  • oven
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Mix lemon juice, oil and lemon peel in 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish.
  3. Add asparagus; turn to coat.
  4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast asparagus until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  5. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories42kcal
Protein17.87%
Fat46.3%
Carbs35.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.33
Glycemic Load
0.55
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.6630434367968%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
5.47mg
Kaempferol
1.33mg
Quercetin
13.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:41.63kcal
2.08%
Fat:2.47g
3.8%
Saturated Fat:0.36g
2.27%
Carbohydrates:4.3g
1.43%
Net Carbohydrates:2.22g
0.81%
Sugar:2.01g
2.23%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.06mg
0.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.14g
4.29%
Vitamin K:41.34µg
39.37%
Vitamin A:726.38IU
14.53%
Folate:51.46µg
12.87%
Iron:2.08mg
11.53%
Vitamin C:8.71mg
10.56%
Vitamin E:1.43mg
9.55%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.29%
Copper:0.18mg
9.15%
Fiber:2.07g
8.3%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.04%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.63%
Potassium:202.2mg
5.78%
Phosphorus:50.56mg
5.06%
Vitamin B3:0.95mg
4.74%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.57%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.49%
Magnesium:13.94mg
3.48%
Selenium:2.22µg
3.17%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.74%
Calcium:23.96mg
2.4%
Source:Epicurious