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Garlicky-Lemon Asparagus
Lemon and garlic are a classic flavor pairing with asparagus, and this quick, delicious side dish shows why. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Edwina Clark, RDN.

Garlicky-Lemon Asparagus
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Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Step 2
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 3
Crush and finely mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
- Step 4
Using a zester or handheld rasp-style grater, grate 1 teaspoon of zest from the lemon. Reserve the lemon for later use.
- Step 5
Trim the rough ends from the asparagus and arrange the spears on the baking sheet.
- Step 6
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and the minced garlic.
- Step 7
Roast on middle rack of oven until garlic is fragrant and asparagus is crisp-tender, 10-12 minutes.
- Step 8
Check to see that asparagus is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
- Step 9
Transfer the asparagus to a serving plate, and sprinkle the grated lemon zest over the asparagus.
- Step 10
Slice the reserved lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of half of the lemon over the asparagus. Serve immediately.
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