Lunch: Roasted Asparagus with Lemony Bread Crumbs

These crispy bread crumbs, flavored with anchovies, garlic, parsley, and lemon, are a terrific way to showcase delicious spears of roasted asparagus.

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Health and fertility benefits of Roasted Asparagus with Lemony Bread Crumbs

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Ingredients

2 lb. asparagus
1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
7 anchovy fillets in oil
2 clove garlic
1 c. panko bread crumbs
1 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tsp. lemon zest
Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. On a baking sheet, toss asparagus with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once, until golden and tender.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, simmer remaining 1/3 cup of olive oil with anchovies over moderate heat, stirring, until anchovies dissolve. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and lemon zest.
Transfer roasted asparagus to a serving platter. Drizzle with lemon juice, top with panko, and serve. Looking for vegetable recipes? Try our best asparagus recipes, eggplant recipes, or zucchini recipes.

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