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A simple plate of oven cooked asparagus

Broiled Asparagus

By far the quickest and easiest way to cook asparagus to perfection. If you want a classic steakhouse side, this is the recipe for you. It's also super forgiving - don't feel the need to follow these measurements exactly, do it according to your taste!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Course Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 38 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb asparagus woody stems removed (save for later use)
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ tsp fresh black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to the high setting on broil. Place your top oven rack about six inches away from the element.
  • Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  • Spread the asparagus evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet. Broil for 3-4 minutes, toss and broil for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

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Notes

High heat is key to this recipe. Make sure your oven preheats!
Do not overcrowd the pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 293mgPotassium: 231mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 858IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg
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