Baked Garlic Asparagus Recipe

Elevate your weeknight meal with this incredibly flavorful Baked Garlic Asparagus recipe! Tender asparagus spears are roasted to perfection with a fragrant garlic butter sauce, creating a simple yet elegant side dish or light lunch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 57.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Garlic Asparagus

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How to Make Baked Garlic Asparagus

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and snap off the tough ends of 1 pound of asparagus.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the asparagus with 4 tablespoons of melted butter, 4 cloves of minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  4. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly browned.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

2g

Carbs

1g

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