Cacio e Pepe Roasted Asparagus
This simple yet elegant cacio e pepe roasted asparagus side dish not only brings a touch of Italian flair to your meals but also offers a diabetes-friendly option that's rich in nutrients and low in carbs.
Servings: 4
Calories: 93.6kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tsp pepper freshly ground
- ½ lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450˚F.
- Bring a skillet filled with water to boil. While the water is boiling, snap off about 1 inch from the bottom of each asparagus spear and then, using a vegetable peeler, peel about 2 inches from the bottom. Boil the asparagus for 3-4 minutes, drain and dry.1 bunch asparagus
- Place the asparagus in an oven-safe serving dish, drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the cheese and pepper.2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp pepper, ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve with a squeeze of lemon.½ lemon
Cooking Tips
- Peeling Asparagus: Removing the woody bottoms and peeling the lower part of the asparagus spears ensures they cook evenly and are tender.
- Blanching: Blanching asparagus before roasting enhances its color, maintains its nutrients, and ensures tenderness.
- Serving Suggestion: The squeeze of lemon at the end adds a bright note, balancing the richness of the Parmigiano-Reggiano and the earthiness of the black pepper.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Cacio e Pepe Roasted Asparagus
Amount per Serving
Calories
93.6
% Daily Value*
Fat
8.7
g
13
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
4.3
mg
1
%
Sodium
100.8
mg
4
%
Potassium
45.8
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
2.3
g
1
%
Fiber
0.7
g
3
%
Sugar
0.5
g
1
%
Protein
2.6
g
5
%
Vitamin C
7.4
mg
9
%
Vitamin D
0.03
µg
0
%
Calcium
83
mg
8
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
Magnesium
6.1
mg
2
%
Zinc
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.