Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe (Oven, Stovetop, Air Fryer, or Grill Method)
Crisp-tender garlic parmesan asparagus is a crowd-pleasing, easy side that whips up in only 15 minutes and pairs well with just about any main dish! It’s easy to roast in the oven, sauté on the stovetop, cook on the grill, or air fry, and I give directions for each cooking method.
Pick up a stalk of asparagus, and while holding it with one end in each hand, bend it until it naturally snaps. Place the stalk of asparagus on a cutting board with the rest of the asparagus from the bunch, lined up with the tops of each stalk next to each other. Cut the stems off of the asparagus about half an inch lower than the spot where the stalk naturally snapped in half for the asparagus you bent. Discard the woody stems, or save them for vegetable stock.
Cook the Asparagus (See the Notes Below For More Cooking Methods):
Preheat the oven to 425F.
Add the asparagus, oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper to a large baking tray and toss it around to coat the asparagus.
Roast for 9 minutes, then remove the tray from the oven, sprinkle on the parmesan, and broil until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
Serve.
Notes
Net Carbs: 5g per serving
How to Sauté Garlic Parmesan Asparagus on the Stovetop
Add the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once hot, add the asparagus, salt, and black pepper, spreading the asparagus out in an even layer. Sauté until the asparagus is crisp-tender and starting to brown in spots, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Remove from the heat and sprinkle on the parmesan.
Serve.
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Asparagus in the Air Fryer
Preheat an air fryer to 400F.
Toss together the asparagus, oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
Arrange the asparagus evenly in the air fryer basket.
Air fry until the asparagus is crisp-tender and starting to brown in spots, about 7 to 9 minutes. Sprinkle the parmesan on top at the 6 minute mark.
Serve.
How to Grill Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
Preheat a grill to medium-high.
Toss together the asparagus, oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
Place the asparagus directly on the hot grill, and cook until crisp-tender and starting to char, about 5 to 8 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
Sprinkle on the parmesan, let it melt for 10 seconds, and remove from the grill.