Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Butter Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

This Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Butter Recipe is a simple yet elegant side dish perfect for any occasion, including Thanksgiving. The combination of tender asparagus and a zesty lemon butter sauce enhances the natural flavors of the vegetable.

Preparing this dish is quick and requires minimal ingredients, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings.

Easy Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Butter

This recipe features fresh asparagus roasted to perfection and drizzled with a rich lemon butter sauce. It takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Asparagus: Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
Roast the Asparagus: Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and slightly crispy.
Make the Lemon Butter: While the asparagus is roasting, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
Combine and Serve: Once the asparagus is done, drizzle the lemon butter over the roasted asparagus. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.