Parmesan-Crusted Asparagus

One of my favorite appetizers.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
16 servings
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Ingredients

  • cooking spray

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 6 large egg whites

  • ¼ cup minced fresh chives

  • 4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish

  • 2 teaspoons ketchup

  • ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.

  2. Mix 1 cup flour and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese together in one bowl. Mix egg whites and chives together until foamy in a second bowl. Mix 4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons flour together in a third bowl.

  3. Using tongs and working with one piece of asparagus at a time, coat asparagus in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess. Transfer to the egg white mixture; coat evenly and let the excess run off. Finally coat in the Parmesan cheese mixture, pressing gently so the cheese adheres. Place on the prepared baking sheet and repeat to coat remaining asparagus.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

  5. While the asparagus is baking, mix mayonnaise, horseradish, ketchup, and Cajun seasoning together in a small bowl. Serve as a dipping sauce alongside asparagus.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of Parmesan cheese. The actual amount of Parmesan cheese consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

174 Calories
10g Fat
9g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 174
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 474mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 13g 25%
Vitamin C 2mg 3%
Calcium 317mg 24%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 120mg 3%

* 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.