Parmesan and Bacon Roasted Asparagus

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We love roasted asparagus, and sometimes we like to add crispy bacon and shaved Parmesan cheese for a little extra flavor.

By Brenda Venable
Updated on April 18, 2023
asparagus spears arranged on white rectangular platter and topped with shaved Parmesan cheese and crumbled bacon
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings servings

  • 4 slices bacon

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 pound asparagus-washed, trimmed, and dried

  • 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch sheet pan with parchment paper.

  2. Cook bacon in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, until crisp and brown, about 8 minutes. Remove bacon from the skillet, crumble, and set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in the skillet.

  3. Add olive oil, minced garlic, salt, paprika, and black pepper to the drippings in the skillet. Cook and stir just until garlic is fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.

  4. Add asparagus to the skillet and stir quickly, coating with the seasoned oil. Remove skillet from the heat and spread asparagus in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan.

  5. Roast in the preheated oven until crisp-tender, 10 to 12 minutes (see note).

  6. Place asparagus on a serving platter and sprinkle with shaved Parmesan. Top with crumbled bacon. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Cook's Note:

The asparagus used in this recipe was about 1/2-inch in diameter, and it was cooked to a crisp-tender stage. If you prefer softer asparagus, increase the cooking time. Thinner asparagus may not need as much roasting time.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

164 Calories
11g Fat
7g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 164
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 700mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 138mg 11%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 345mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.