Broiled Asparagus Recipe
Easy Broiled Asparagus with garlic, oil, salt and pepper is a 10 minute side dish that's perfect for busy weeknights. All you need is 5 ingredients!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 55kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 1-2 garlic cloves grated
- Scant 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry asparagus. To trim asparagus, snap the end of one spear and cut remaining asparagus same length with a knife.
- In a medium-large rectangular ceramic or metal baking dish, place asparagus. Drizzle with oil, add garlic and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place lid on top (if dish has one) or wrap with foil or plastic wrap and gently shake until asparagus is coated evenly with seasonings.
- Turn broiler on High. Remove lid (foil or plastic) from the dish and place it 5-6 inches below the broiler. Broil for 7 minutes or start checking after 5 minutes. Asparagus is ready when you pierce the thickest part with a fork and it's soft.
Notes
- Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 148mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g