By Laurel Perry
Published Nov 5, 2024
When I don’t know what to make to go with dinner, I turn to this recipe for baked asparagus in the oven. It’s super quick (just 20 minutes!), easy (just 4 ingredients!), and delicious. No complicated cooking techniques here– just toss and bake. This is one of my absolute favorite easy side dishes!
Sometimes the easiest solution is the best solution, and this simply seasoned asparagus in the oven is one of my most delicious recipes. I can’t get enough of this oven baked asparagus seasoned with just oil, salt, and pepper. It’s super versatile, and I love that I can change up the seasonings and garnishes to go with whatever meal I make.
What’s in This Baked Asparagus Recipe?
- Asparagus: I used a 1-pound bunch of fresh asparagus. I prefer medium-thickness spears, but this recipe will work with thicker and thinner asparagus as well.
- Olive Oil : Helps the asparagus brown and helps the seasonings stick.
- Salt + Pepper: Enhance the natural flavor of the asparagus.
Tips for Success
- To easily trim asparagus, grab a stalk with one hand at each end. Gently bend the asparagus spear; the woody end should naturally snap off.
- Feel free to customize the seasonings to match your meal. Just about any seasoning tastes great on asparagus, so get creative!
- Thinner asparagus will cook in 9-11 minutes and thicker asparagus can take up to 20 minutes. Start checking at the shortest amount of time to ensure your asparagus doesn’t get overcooked.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover oven baked asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
This baked asparagus in the oven is so deliciously simple. It goes with just about everything from whole roasted chicken to bacon wrapped pork tenderloin . I especially love it with this Parmesan crusted salmon !
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 pound asparagus
- ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional Toppings
- ▢ Lemon wedges for squeezing
- ▢ Lemon zest
- ▢ Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ▢ Flaky salt
Video
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Wash the asparagus and dry really well. Trim off the hard woody ends, and arrange on the sheet pan. 1 pound asparagus
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss the asparagus to coat. 1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Bake for 10-15 minutes. Less time for thin asparagus and more time for thicker asparagus. They are done when the thickest part can be pierced with a fork.
- Transfer the asparagus to a platter and garnish with lemon wedges, lemon zest, parmesan cheese, and an extra pinch of flaky salt. Lemon wedges, Lemon zest, Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Flaky salt
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Bake Asparagus in the Oven Step by Step
Prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Trim the Asparagus: Wash 1 pound of asparagus and dry really well. Trim off the hard woody ends, and arrange on the sheet pan.
Season the Asparagus: Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Toss the asparagus to coat.
Bake the Asparagus: Bake for 10-15 minutes. Less time for thin asparagus and more time for thicker asparagus. They are done when the thickest part can be pierced with a fork. Transfer the asparagus to a platter and garnish with lemon wedges, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, and an extra pinch of flaky salt.
More Asparagus Recpes to Try!
Air Fryer Asparagus
Asparagus Almondine
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Cheesy Asparagus au Gratin
Asparagus in the Oven Recipe
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Lemon wedges for squeezing
- Lemon zest
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Flaky salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Wash the asparagus and dry really well. Trim off the hard woody ends, and arrange on the sheet pan. 1 pound asparagus
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss the asparagus to coat. 1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Bake for 10-15 minutes. Less time for thin asparagus and more time for thicker asparagus. They are done when the thickest part can be pierced with a fork.
- Transfer the asparagus to a platter and garnish with lemon wedges, lemon zest, parmesan cheese, and an extra pinch of flaky salt. Lemon wedges, Lemon zest, Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Flaky salt
Video
Notes
- Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
