Simple Roasted Asparagus with Shallots and Parmesan

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Roasting asparagus deepens its flavor, and it couldn't be easier. Some melted Parm and crispy shallots make this dish perfect for entertaining.

Simple Roasted Asparagus with Shallots and Parmesan / Photo by Mia / Katie Workman / themom100.com

Roasted asparagus makes an appearance on our table a couple of times a week in the spring. It’s as easy a cooking method as there is, and roasting any vegetable deepens its flavor. The high heat really makes the difference. You could totally skip the shallots and Parm for a very simple spring side dish, but they do make the asparagus company-special. 

You can choose between thick and thin asparagus. The thin ones just need the bottom two inches cut off, cook faster, and work nicely in sautéed or stir-fried dishes. The fatter ones will, conversely, take longer to cook, but the thickness provides a much more satisfying bite.

For a colorful spring table, pair the asparagus dish with Mediterranean Couscous, Swiss Chard, and Peppers and Grilled Lemony Chicken, and Baby Artichokes.

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Simple Roasted Asparagus with Shallots and Parmesan recipe – Some melted cheese and crispy shallots make this dish perfect for entertaining.

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These were also lovely paired up with this Leek, Mushroom, and Goat Cheese Quiche. How Spring-ish does this plate look?

Roasted Asparagus with Shallots and Parmesan on a plate with a slice of quiche.

I also want to make a plug for crispy shallots, which make everything better. They take about 10 minutes, and you can make them while the asparagus is in the oven. Make extra if you can, and use them on burgers, over other roasted vegetables, folded into an omelet, or on top of some lamb or a filet on crostini. You can cook them until they are crispy, but make sure they don’t get too browned, or just cook them lower and slower until they are caramelized and soft — both are delicious.

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Simple Roasted Asparagus with Shallots and Parmesan

Roasting asparagus deepens its flavor, and it couldn't be easier. Some melted Parm and crispy shallots make this dish perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People

Ingredients 

  • 1 ½ pounds asparagus (trimmed and lower stalks; peeled if necessary)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 shallots (halved and sliced)
  • ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly ground black pepper ( to taste)
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 450 F.
  • Place the asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle tablespoons of the olive oil over. Toss gently to coat evenly. Sprinkle on the salt, and toss again. Roast for 7-10 minutes for thin stalks, anbd 9-14 for thick ones. Remember that they will continue to cook a bit after you remove them from the oven, so take them out while they’re still a little firmer than you would like. The wide time ranges are because some people like their asparagus pretty crisp, some pretty soft.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and sauté for about 10 minutes until they are browned and just a bit crisp (not burned!…Crisp).
  • During the last minute of roasting the asparagus, pull out the baking sheet, scatter the Parmesan over the spears, and return to the oven so that the Parmesan melts slightly.
  • Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, and scatter the shallots over the top. Season with pepper, and if you like, squeeze the lemon over all or some of the asparagus. Serve hot or warm.

Notes

You choose between thick and thin asparagus. The thin ones just need the bottom 2 inches cut off, cook faster, and work nicely in sautéed or stir-fried dishes. The fatter ones will conversely take longer to cook, but the thickness provides a much more satisfying bite.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 687mg, Potassium: 406mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 1335IU, Vitamin C: 11mg, Calcium: 122mg, Iron: 4mg
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About Katie Workman

Katie Workman is a cook, a writer, a mother of two, an activist in hunger issues, and an enthusiastic advocate for family meals, which is the inspiration behind her two beloved cookbooks, Dinner Solved! and The Mom 100 Cookbook.

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