Ingredients

1

lb fresh asparagus spears

3

tablespoons olive oil

2

to 3 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1

teaspoon coarse sea salt

Ground black pepper

3

tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 medium)

Preparation

Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Spread asparagus in single layer on cookie sheet. Drizzle oil over asparagus; toss to coat. Sprinkle with lemon peel, salt and a generous sprinkling of pepper.

Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Just before serving, drizzle lemon juice over asparagus.