Easy Broiled Asparagus

Elevate your side dish game with this Easy Broiled Asparagus recipe, a quick and nutritious option ready in just 13 minutes! Tender asparagus spears are coated in olive oil, a hint of garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper, then broiled to perfection for a lightly charred, smoky flavor. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a savory touch, while optional lemon wedges bring a bright, zesty finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as an impressive yet effortless addition to your holiday table, this simple recipe delivers foolproof results every time. Healthy, versatile, and irresistibly delicious, broiled asparagus is a vegetable side you'll want to make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:13 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus spears
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 pieces lemon wedges (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven's broiler on high and position the rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

Step 2

Wash and trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 3

Place the asparagus on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Step 4

Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper evenly over the asparagus.

Step 6

Spread the spears out in a single layer so that they broil evenly.

Step 7

Broil the asparagus for 6-8 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the spears are tender and slightly charred on the edges.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle the hot asparagus with grated Parmesan cheese right after removing it from the oven.

Step 9

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of fresh flavor, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	524.5 grams (524.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	390

Total Fat 31.00g	40%
Saturated Fat 6.20g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 451mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 20.50g	7%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 6.40g
Protein 15.20g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 254mg	20%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1028mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.1%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 19.4%