Description
Garlic Roasted Asparagus Zucchini is a vibrant, healthy side dish that combines tender zucchini and crispy asparagus, infused with aromatic garlic and zesty lemon for a refreshing flavor boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 2 medium zucchini
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare Your Veggies: Wash the asparagus and zucchini thoroughly. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and slice the zucchini into half-moons about half an inch thick.
- Season: In a large mixing bowl, combine asparagus, zucchini, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Toss until well coated.
- Roast: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly caramelized at the tips.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with additional lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg