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This low carb cheesy asparagus recipe came about as a totally last minute idea. I’ve been in love with all the spring produce popping up as the weather warms up, so I picked up a bag of asparagus spears even before I knew what I’d do with it. (And hey, I figured I could always make my favorite bacon wrapped asparagus if something else didn’t come to mind.) Nothing too out of the ordinary about that. The crazy part is when I first made this dish.
It was a little over two weeks ago, on a random Thursday. Except for me it wasn’t so random, because it was when I went into labor with my little girl. At this point, most people would be driving to the hospital, or at least getting ready to do so.
What did this girl decide to do? Make a nice dinner of salmon teriyaki and cheesy asparagus for my husband and I. Hey, I knew I’d be too busy to cook much more than freezer meals for a while after the baby came, so I wanted to make something fresh while I could. I knew it would be a while before anything was happening, anyway. No point sitting around waiting at the hospital.
Since I didn’t have a particular recipe in mind for the asparagus, I had to make do with whatever ingredients I had on hand. All I knew for sure was that I wanted something comforting. Preferably with lots of cheese. Can’t go wrong when it comes to lots of cheese…
And so, this easy, cheesy asparagus was born. With only five ingredients, it’s probably the simplest asparagus recipe you’ve ever seen, at least beyond plain roasting.
These cheesy asparagus spears are extremely easy to customize. You can use whatever cheeses and spices you have on hand. I opted for mozzarella, parmesan, and Italian seasoning for mine. These would be the perfect side for chicken parmesan!
I hope you’ll try my combination of cheeses and seasoning, but if you change it up, I’m also curious to know what else you tried. Gruyere comes to mind right away as a great pairing with asparagus. As for spices, anything goes – rosemary, thyme, sage, maybe even some cayenne pepper to add a kick? I might add some minced garlic next time, too.
Needless to say, this cheesy baked asparagus just screams spring! And while summer is just around the corner, we still have through the end of June before asparagus season is over. I’m taking full advantage of that.
And if you need more ideas for what to do with asparagus, try topping it with some Greek yogurt Hollandaise sauce. So yum!
Fortunately, this cheesy asparagus recipe is quick and easy enough that I’ve actually had time to make it again this past week, even with the new baby here. Five ingredients, five minutes of prep… just about anyone has time for that!
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- Baking Sheet – This baking sheet is the perfect size to be able to arrange your asparagus in a single layer for roasting.
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RECIPE CARD
Cheesy Asparagus - 5 Ingredients (Low Carb, Gluten-free)
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Asparagus (trimmed)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (divided)
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil (greased) or parchment paper.
- Toss the asparagus with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Arrange in a single layer on the lined baking sheet.
Roast in the oven for about 7-9 minutes, until the asparagus is bright green and just starting to soften.
- Mix together the Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the asparagus. Top with remaining Italian seasoning.
Return to the oven for another 6-8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1/4 lb asparagus plus cheese, or 1/4 of entire recipe
Nutrition Information Per Serving
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26 Comments
Agnieszka
Yummy 🙂
paleoglutenfreeguy
I can’t believe I never thought to add cheese to asparagus like this before. Totally trying this tonight!
Evelyn
I love asparagus but even I am getting tired of the way I’m cooking it. So is my husband LOL. Found this recipe tried it immediately ❤️This was great I did add some very finely crumbled homemade bacon bits! So good yum
Laura H
The cheesy asparagus. Oh my, that was really full of flavor. Love it
Sara B.
Yum! I am not a huge asparagus fan but I am trying to add a bigger variety of veggies to my daily intake. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
DD
Love this recipe!!!
LJ
Love this recipe. We have made it a couple of times, with different cheeses and it is always the BOMB! I could not stand asparagus before, but now look forward to it. With Italian seasoning you should add some Pecorino Romano cheese — it is unbelievably good on top of the other cheeses.
June Scriver
The recipe is easy to do, I think my son will also like it too.
Mickey
I track my macros and I was wondering if it was already in the Lifesum app? I tried to put the recipe in the app but it’s coming up with the wrong nutritional information. But I absolutely loved this!! my family loves this!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
Hi Mickey, I’m not familiar with this app so am not sure. Unfortunately I can’t provide support for 3rd party apps, but the nutrition info on the recipe card above is correct. So glad you liked the recipe!
Brenda almond
I made this dish tonight. We are on the Keto diet for about three weeks and I am tired of spinach and green beans. This was a simple and easy recipe to assemble and I had all the ingredients on hand.
My husband has never liked asparagus but he enjoyed them fixed this way very much. Thanks for an easy to follow, simple recipe. Served with salmon and tomatoes, oh and I added garlic sliced paper thin.
Tessa oles
Made this for lunch today (I halved the recipe). And it was delicious. I substituted flax seed oil as I have an over abundance of it right now and just garlic salt (didn’t have any Italian seasoning)…so yummy!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
I am so happy you liked it, Tessa! Thanks for stopping by!
Carolyn
This recipe is delicious and will make it again. It was modified and made with parmesan cheese wisps and no Italian seasoning except for parsley. Mmmm…mmm good!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
I love all of your tips, Carolyn! Thank you for sharing with us!
Lizzie
It’s really good if you use a cup of heavy cream and then half a cup of asiago cheese instead of parmesan cheese
Maya | Wholesome Yum
Thank you for sharing with us, Lizzie!
Vicky
I just used this recipe and added a little garlic powder instead of Italian seasoning and it turned out delicious !
Maya | Wholesome Yum
Hi Vicky! I am so happy you liked the recipe. I love that you added garlic powder!
Victoria Wishart
I don’t think you meant 1 tablespoon of salt. I think you meant teaspoon. My food is now ridiculously salty! :< I thought it sounded like a lot of salt but I foolishly followed the recipe. Yikes.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
Hi Victoria, Sorry for the confusion! That must have been awful. There actually aren’t any measurements next to the salt and pepper as you’re supposed to add those to taste, or how salty you want it. Hope you’ll give it another try!
DeAnna Henson
These look delicious. On the nutrient content, how much is considered a serving?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
Hi DeAnna, A serving is 1/4 of the recipe. That’s about 1/4 lb asparagus, plus toppings.
Low Carb with Jennifer
These look so yummy and congrats on your baby girl!
Stephanie
I liked the way the cheese is spread. Italian topping is just amazing. Looks so delicious. Thanks for sharing such wonderful recipe, Maya!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
Thank you, Stephanie!