Crspy Parmesan Asparagus
Turn your everyday vegetable into an irresistible snack or side dish with this Crispy Parmesan Asparagus recipe! Perfectly tender asparagus spears are coated in a golden, garlicky Parmesan-breadcrumb crust that bakes up beautifully crisp in just 12 minutes. This healthy, oven-baked appetizer comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring a simple dredging process that ensures maximum crunch without the need for frying. With the addition of garlic powder and olive oil for extra flavor, these asparagus fries are ideal for impressing guests or elevating weeknight dinners. Serve them warm with a zesty marinara sauce, creamy garlic aioli, or your favorite dip for a guilt-free treat packed with texture and flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 as needed cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment paper with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Step 2
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim the woody ends by snapping them off or cutting with a knife.
Step 3
Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the flour. In the second bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. In the third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Take each asparagus spear and dredge it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, roll it in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
Step 5
Place the coated asparagus spears in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overlapping. Lightly drizzle or spray the spears with olive oil for added crispness.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the coating is golden and crisp.
Step 7
Carefully remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a side of marinara sauce, garlic aioli, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (803.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1328.8 |
| Total Fat 58.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 416.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3347.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 151.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.6g | |
| Protein 60.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 680.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1151.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories