roasted asparagus
This roasted asparagus recipe is topped with three types of cheese and crispy bacon for a delicious side dish that’s quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears washed, dried, and ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8 slices bacon
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange asparagus on a foil-lined baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over asparagus and sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast asparagus in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes until crisp-tender.
- While asparagus roasts, cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels, crumble, and set aside.
- Remove asparagus from oven and sprinkle with cheddar, monterey jack, and feta cheese. Return to oven and cook 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Top asparagus with crumbled bacon and serve immediately.
Notes
This flavorful asparagus side dish pairs perfectly with any main course. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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