French Breaded Asparagus

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, French Breaded Asparagus is the perfect way to elevate your vegetable side dish game. Tender asparagus spears are coated in a savory blend of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic seasonings like thyme and garlic powder, creating a crunchy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the tender interior. Baked rather than fried, this recipe achieves a guilt-free crispiness using just a light spray of olive oil. With minimal prep and a quick bake time, these versatile spears are ideal as an elegant appetizer, a unique side dish, or even a snack with your favorite dipping sauce—think garlic aioli or tangy Dijon mustard. Ready in under 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is sure to become a staple for gatherings and weeknight dinners alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• None as needed olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Trim the tough ends of the asparagus spears and set them aside.

Step 3

Set up a breading station by placing the flour in one shallow dish, beating the eggs with milk in a second dish, and combining the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a third dish.

Step 4

Lightly coat each asparagus spear in flour, ensuring excess flour is shaken off.

Step 5

Dip the floured asparagus spear into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 6

Press the spear into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated. Repeat with all the asparagus spears.

Step 7

Place the breaded asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil cooking spray to enhance crispiness.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the breadcrumb coating is golden and crispy.

Step 9

Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by a dipping sauce such as garlic aioli or Dijon mustard.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	736 grams (736.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	834

Total Fat 25.20g	32%
Saturated Fat 11.80g	59%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 415mg	138%
Sodium 1185mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 107.00g	39%
Dietary Fiber 13.60g	49%
Total Sugars 14.10g
Protein 53.20g	106%

Vitamin D 95IU	475%
Calcium 680mg	52%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1194mg	25%

*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: 26.1%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 49.3%