Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe (Oven, Stovetop, Air Fryer, or Grill Method)
Garlic parmesan asparagus is a simple side dish that packs a ton of flavor and whips up in just 15 minutes! It pairs well with just about any meal, and you can roast it in the oven, sauté it on the stovetop, cook it on the grill, or make it in the air fryer.
Servings 2 servings
Calories 223kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus rinsed and patted dry
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Prep the Asparagus:
- 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
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 787mg | Potassium: 485mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1814IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 209mg | Iron: 5mg