Description
Garlic Roasted Asparagus Zucchini is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender zucchini and crisp asparagus, all infused with garlic and olive oil. Roasting these vegetables enhances their natural sweetness while creating an enticing aroma that will fill your kitchen. Perfect as a side dish for gatherings or a healthy addition to family dinners, this easy recipe will impress even the most discerning palates. With minimal prep and cook time, you’ll enjoy a deliciously colorful plate that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the asparagus and zucchini; trim the woody ends of the asparagus and slice the zucchini into half-moons about ½ inch thick.
- In a large bowl, toss the asparagus and zucchini with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well coated.
- Spread the veggies in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- If using, sprinkle Parmesan over the veggies during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg