Description
Deliciously crispy asparagus spears coated in Parmesan and panko, perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Asparagus: Wash and trim the asparagus spears, removing the tough ends.
- Mix Coating: In a bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Asparagus: Drizzle asparagus spears with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. Roll each spear in the breadcrumb and cheese mixture until well-coated.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the coated asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges for an added zest, if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the asparagus for the last 2–3 minutes of baking.
- Experiment with different seasonings like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Make sure the asparagus is completely dry before coating to ensure the breading sticks well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving