Keto Lemon Roasted Asparagus

There are few low carb veggies that taste as good as roasted asparagus - and this Keto Lemon Roasted Asparagus Recipe will be loved by even the non-keto crowd!

Cooking asparagus in the oven is an easy way to bring out the great flavor without losing a lot of nutrients. Asparagus is a great source of fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as iron, copper, calcium, and protein.

Another great perk to asparagus is that it is available year round, so you can add this easy keto side dish to any meal to bump up your nutrients without bumping up your daily calories.

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Keto Lemon Roasted Asparagus

Net Carbs: 3 net carbs per serving

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Asparagus spears
• 1 Large lemon thinly sliced
• 3-4 Sprigs Rosemary
• 3-4 Sprigs Oregano
• ½ teaspoon Dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Break the woody section off of the bottom of each asparagus spear.

Thinly slice the lemon, and layer the slices in the bottom of a baking dish or sheet.

Place the asparagus spears into a bowl, and pour the olive oil over them. Toss to coat well.

Layer the asparagus spears over the lemon slices in the baking sheet or dish.

Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

Add in the sprigs of rosemary and oregano.

Top the asparagus with the dried basil.

Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the asparagus reaches your desired level of tenderness.

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Yield: 4

Keto Lemon Roasted Asparagus

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Keto Lemon Roasted Asparagus is the perfect keto side dish for all of your favorite meals. Tender with just a touch of sweetness, this is one the whole family will love.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Asparagus spears
• 1 Large lemon thinly sliced
• 3-4 Sprigs Rosemary
• 3-4 Sprigs Oregano
• ½ teaspoon Dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Break the woody section off of the bottom of each asparagus spear.
3. Thinly slice the lemon, and layer the slices in the bottom of a baking dish or sheet.
4. Place the asparagus spears into a bowl, and pour the olive oil over them. Toss to coat well.
5. Layer the asparagus spears over the lemon slices in the baking sheet or dish.
6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Add in the sprigs of rosemary and oregano.
7. Top the asparagus with the dried basil.
8. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the asparagus reaches your desired level of tenderness.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 68Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 91mgCarbohydrates: 8gNet Carbohydrates: 4gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 3g

Nutrition calculations based on exact ingredients used and may vary between brands. For exact macro measurements, always calculate your own macros using the exact ingredients that you use.

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