Description
This Lemon Asparagus with Rosemary and Garlic recipe is a simple, flavorful side dish that combines fresh asparagus sautéed with garlic and rosemary, then roasted to perfection. Finished with a fresh squeeze of lemon, it’s a bright and aromatic accompaniment perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic, freshly minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (leaves stripped from a sprig)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed to remove woody ends
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for roasting the asparagus to perfection.
- Prepare the skillet: Place an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter until it becomes foamy but not browned.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the freshly minced garlic to the melted butter. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure it doesn’t burn.
- Add rosemary and asparagus: Stir in the fresh rosemary leaves, then add the trimmed asparagus. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything to coat evenly with the butter, garlic, and rosemary.
- Cook briefly: Cook the asparagus in the skillet for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to start the cooking process and infuse the flavors.
- Roast in the oven: Transfer the ovenproof skillet with all its contents to the preheated oven. Roast for about 10 minutes or less, depending on your desired tenderness for the asparagus.
- Finish and serve: Remove the skillet from the oven carefully. Transfer the cooked asparagus to a serving dish and squeeze half a lemon over the top for a burst of fresh citrus flavor.
Notes
- Make sure to trim the woody ends of the asparagus before cooking for better texture.
- Keep an eye on the garlic during sautéing to avoid burning and bitterness.
- Adjust roasting time based on the thickness of your asparagus and desired tenderness.
- You can substitute fresh rosemary with dried rosemary if fresh is unavailable, but use less as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Lemon zest can be added along with the lemon juice for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
