These delicious asparagus spears are breaded to golden perfection. This recipe is great for vegetarian diets, or just as a wonderful alternative snacking option. These spears are perfect for parties, for dipping, and for eating on their own or as a side dish.
RecipeSavants.comThese delicious asparagus spears are breaded to golden perfection. This recipe is great for vegetarian diets, or just as a wonderful alternative snacking option. These spears are perfect for parties, for dipping, and for eating on their own or as a side dish. Smart Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes, Chicken Recipes, RecipesChickenVegetarianParmesan Breaded AsparagusPT35MServes 8
Ingredients:
4 Slices White Bread0.25 Cup Grated Parmesan3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil0.5 Medium Lemon0 To Taste Coarse Salt & Ground PepperPreheat oven to 425 degrees. Coat a 9 x 13 inches baking dish with some oil. Using a food processor, pulse the bread until until you get crumbs.In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons of oil and parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange asparagus on prepared baking dish. Drizzle with remaining oil and season with salt and pepper. Top the asparagus with crumbs and bake for 20 minutes or until asparagus is tender and breadcrumbs are lightly golden. Squeeze a lemon over baked asparagus and serve.