25-Minute Crispy Parmesan Crusted Asparagus Recipe
A simple and delicious side dish featuring fresh asparagus coated with a crispy Parmesan crust.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 lb), trimmed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Dip each asparagus spear in beaten egg, then coat with the Parmesan mixture.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crisp.
Notes
- Trim tough ends of asparagus before cooking.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
- Pair with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg