Roasted Parmesan Asparagus with Bacon
A fast and delicious side dish featuring tender asparagus, crispy bacon, and melted Parmesan, perfect for weeknight dinners and holiday spreads.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb trimmed asparagus
- 4 oz chopped bacon
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese add immediately after roasting
- 2 tbsp olive oil for tossing asparagus
- 1 tsp salt for seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper for seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, toss the trimmed asparagus with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Scatter 4 oz chopped bacon over the asparagus.
Cooking
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the bacon is crispy.
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus and bacon.
- Return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
Serving
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
For variations, replace bacon with smoked almonds for a vegetarian option, and consider adding lemon zest for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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