Ingredients
Asparagus and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
Topping
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Flaky sea salt to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425 degrees F to ensure a hot environment that will roast the asparagus quickly and evenly.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade for the asparagus.
- Toss the asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus spears on a baking sheet and coat them thoroughly with the olive oil and lemon mixture. Spread the spears out in a single layer to promote even roasting.
- Add breadcrumb topping: In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the asparagus on the baking sheet.
- Roast: Bake the asparagus in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. The spears should turn a vibrant bright green while remaining crisp-tender.
- Finish and serve: Once removed from the oven, lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt over the asparagus before serving to add texture and enhance the flavor.
Notes
- Make sure to trim the woody ends of the asparagus for the best texture.
- You can substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
- Panko breadcrumbs help add a crunchy texture; regular breadcrumbs can be used but results may vary.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispiness of the topping.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your personal preference for pungency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian