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Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan

Updated: Apr 16, 2025 ยท Published: Feb 25, 2023 by Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan ยท 3 Comments

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Time: 17 minutes mins

Learn how quick and easy it is to roast asparagus with garlic and Parmesan in a convection oven. Also, the best tips for buying and trimming asparagus. The convection oven helps bake asparagus that is crispy on the outside while still moist and tender on the inside.

๐ŸฅฃIngredients

Asparagus
Olive oil
Garlic
Parmesan Cheese-Grated
Salt and Pepper

Parmesan baked asparagus on a white platter.
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  • ๐ŸฅฃIngredients
  • ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸณHow to Make Roasted Asparagus with Parmesanโ€”Step-by-Step Photo Instructions
  • โฒ๏ธHow long does it take to bake asparagus
  • ๐Ÿ‘When is asparagus done?
  • ๐Ÿ˜ŠHow to choose the freshest asparagus
  • ๐Ÿ”ชHow to trimming asparagusโ€”snap or cut
  • ๐Ÿฝ๏ธServing
  • โ„๏ธLeftovers
  • โ“FAQs
  • ๐Ÿ“–The Recipe Card with Step-by-Step Instructions

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"Tonight I needed a quick convection roasted recipe for asparagusโ€ฆMy husband said it was SOOO good!! He pointed at the empty pan and said "THAT was good! Wow!" So thank you for a great, quick and very delicious recipe."

This company-worthy healthy dish only needs 5 minutes of prep time and about 12 minutes in your convection oven. A convection oven produces a nice browning, but a regular oven can be used.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸณHow to Make Roasted Asparagus with Parmesanโ€”Step-by-Step Photo Instructions

Asparagus with Parmesan and garlic-labeled.
Mixing garlic into the olive oil.

1. Combine olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Wash and trim asparagus by cutting off 1 inch of the base.

Coating asparagus with oil and garlic.

2. Place asparagus on a baking pan. Coat with the oil mixture. Clean hands are allowed.

Sprinkle the asparagus with grated Parmesan.

3. Spread the asparagus evenly in a single layer on a baking pan with sides and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Roasted asparagus on the tray.

4. Bake at 400ยฐ convection or 425ยฐ conventional oven until you can pierce the thick end of the asparagus with a fork and 135ยฐ internal temperatureโ€”about 12-15 minutes.

For more details, keep reading. See the Recipe Card below for complete instructions and to print.

โฒ๏ธHow long does it take to bake asparagus

In a 400ยฐ convection oven, baking time for medium-thick asparagus will be 12-15 minutes. Cooking time will vary by the thickness of the asparagus, the oven temperature, and the level of doneness you want.

Thin asparagus may take as little as 9 to 10 minutes, whereas thicker asparagus may need 15 to 20 minutes.

๐Ÿ‘When is asparagus done?

Bake until you can pierce the thick end of the asparagus with a fork. It should be nicely brown but not mushy. If unsure, aim for an internal temperature of 135ยฐ with an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the spear.

Grlling Asparagus on a Gas Grill

Tender and smoky grilled asparagus is an ideal vegetable side dish for most grilled entrees. Grilling asparagus on a gas grill is easy and quick, needing only a few ingredients.

Grilled asparagus with Parmesan with ham.

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๐Ÿ˜ŠHow to choose the freshest asparagus

What should you look for in the freshest asparagus?

  • Colorโ€”vibrant colors with dark green and a tinge of violet on top are the best.
  • Sizeโ€”not to think and not too skinny. Thick can be woody, and thin will tend to overcook easily.
  • Feelโ€”firm and not limp.
  • Endsโ€”not dried out.

When and Where to Buy?

The best asparagus is during the growing season in your area. In Michigan, it is early May and ends in mid-to-late June. In other regions of the country, it may start as early as February.

Buy as local as possible. The farm or farmers' market is the best. Depending on how they source things, your local market may be ok.

๐Ÿ”ชHow to trimming asparagusโ€”snap or cut

The great debate rages. Should you snap or cut asparagus?

Over the years, most experts have suggested that snapping the woody ends of asparagus stalks will magically break at the correct point. The idea was that the tough base would meet the tender shaft at this natural breaking point.

Well, not so much, it turns out. According to Cooks Illustrated, you are throwing out lots of your tasty asparagus. Cutting off a bit of the end will not waste as much since the snap method is inaccurate in where it breaks.

Cooks Illustrated suggests trimming 1 inch and then peeling the woody exterior if it is thick. I have been using this method for several yearsโ€”it is perfect every time.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธServing

Serve with Small Crock Pot Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze, Grilled NY Strip Steaks, Grilled Ribeye, Small Prime Rib Roast, or most chicken recipes like Convection Oven Chicken Breasts.

โ„๏ธLeftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 days.

Reheat in a hot oven in a single layer on a baking sheet. You can use a microwave, but it will have a poorer texture.

โ“FAQs

How to store fresh asparagus?

It needs more than a bag and the crisper in the refrigerator. Put about an inch of water in a tall jar, cut about an inch off the asparagus spears, and place them in the water. DO NOT WASH. Cover the container and asparagus with a loose plastic bag.

Do I need to soak or blanch the asparagus before baking?

No, trim the end, rinse, and pat dry. There is no need to soak or blanch asparagus before roasting.

What is the best oven temperature to bake asparagus

The best oven temperature is 400ยฐ convection to get the spears cooked through and keep the surface firm. You can cook without convection, but the surface will be a bit softer.

If you use the oven for another dish, you can easily bake at different oven temperatures with or without convection and adjust the time.

๐Ÿ“–The Recipe Card with Step-by-Step Instructions

baked Parmesan asparagus on a white platter

Roasted Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan

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From Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan
If unsure, aim for an internal temperature of 135ยฐ with an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the spear.
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes minutes
Servings #/Adjustable :4 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2-4 cloves garlic
  • ยฝ teaspoon kosher salt - to taste
  • ยผ teaspoon pepper
  • ยผ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400ยฐ convection or 425ยฐ conventionalโ€”clean and trim 1 pound of asparagus.
    Asparagus with Parmesan and garlic-labeled.
  • Combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2-4 cloves crushed garlic, ยฝ teaspoon kosher salt, and ยผ teaspoon pepper.
    Mixing garlic into the olive oil.
  • Place asparagus on a baking pan. Coat with the oil mixture. Clean hands are allowed.
    Coating asparagus with oil and garlic.
  • Spread the asparagus evenly in a single layer on a baking pan with sides and sprinkle with ยผ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
    Sprinkle the asparagus with grated Parmesan.
  • Bake until you can pierce the thick end of the asparagus with a fork and brownโ€”about 12-15 minutes. If unsure, aim for an internal temperature of 135ยฐ with an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the spear.
    Roasted asparagus on the tray.
  • Thin asparagus may take as little as 9 to 10 minutes, whereas thicker asparagus may need 15 or more.
    A serving of roasted asparagus on a plate.

Recipe Notes

Pro Tips

  1. Pick the best fresh asparagus. See the discussion in the post for tips.
  2. Cut to trim the asparagus ends about 1 inch, and then peel a little of the skin if it's thick.
  3. We love garlic and use 4 cloves for this, but 2 cloves would be standard.
  4. When you coat the asparagus with the oil solution, be sure the tray is also coated.
  5. About 10-15 minutes is tender, but some like a little stiffer asparagus, so time it to taste.
  6. Thinner asparagus needs less time, and thicker asparagus needs more.
  7. Make It with Sesame Seeds or Bread Crumbs: Add some toasted sesame seeds or Panko bread crumbs with the Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Estimate (may vary)

Calories : 152 kcal (8%)Carbohydrates : 6 g (2%)Protein : 5 g (10%)Fat : 13 g (20%)Saturated Fat : 3 g (15%)Polyunsaturated Fat : 1 gMonounsaturated Fat : 9 gCholesterol : 6 mg (2%)Sodium : 345 mg (14%)Potassium : 248 mg (7%)Fiber : 2 g (8%)Sugar : 2 g (2%)Vitamin A : 900 IU (18%)Vitamin C : 9.9 mg (12%)Calcium : 100 mg (10%)Iron : 2.5 mg (14%)

Editor's Note: Originally Published March 6, 2017. Updated with expanded options, refreshed photos, and a table of contents to help navigation.

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  1. Jennie says

    October 16, 2021 at 10:15 pm

    5 stars
    Tonight I needed a quick convection roasted recipe for asparagus. I looked online and this recipe came up. I had all the ingredients, but only 1/2 lb. of asparagus. I simply roasted for only 7 minutes. My husband said it was SOOO good!! He pointed at the empty pan and said "THAT was good! Wow!" So thank you for a great, quick and very delicious recipe. I just subscribed and am looking forward to trying more recipes.

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  2. Lara says

    March 13, 2017 at 4:51 pm

    Yummy. Super simple and one of my favorite ways to roast almost any veggie!

    Reply

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