Oven-Roasted Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1 bunch thin asparagus spears , trimmed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese , Optional
• 1 clove garlic , Optional
• 0.25 teaspoons sea salt , or to taste
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper , or to taste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice , Optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

2. 2

   Place asparagus into a mixing bowl; drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.

3. 3

   Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garlic; season to taste with salt and pepper if using. Arrange asparagus in a single layer in a baking dish.

4. 4

   Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.