Name: Cheesy Onion Baked Asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 bunch fresh asparagus, thick stalks preferred; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1/2 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix, preferably low-sodium; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan for added depth

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Baked Asparagus with Cheesy Onion Topping

Sep 20, 2025
by Adella Buckridge
- 5.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

30 mins
TOTAL TIME

40 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

3

Elevate your asparagus game with this delightful baked rendition, featuring a savory and cheesy onion topping that transforms ordinary spears into a culinary delight. Perfect as a side dish or a light vegetarian meal.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Cooking spray

1 bunch fresh asparagus, thick stalks preferred

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1/2 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix, preferably low-sodium

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan for added depth

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

7 g
Fiber

3 g
Protein

3 g
Saturated Fat

1 g
Sodium

312 mg
Sugar

2 g
Fat

7 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Prepare the asparagus by snapping off the tough, woody ends. Aim to trim approximately the bottom inch or two of each stalk. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are close but not overlapping. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Drizzle the asparagus with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ensuring each spear is lightly coated. In a small bowl, break up any clumps in the onion soup mix. Evenly sprinkle the onion soup mix over the asparagus. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until the asparagus is tender-crisp and lightly browned, approximately 25 to 35 minutes. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your asparagus. (30 minutes)

05

Step

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the asparagus. Return to the oven and continue baking until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown, about 5 minutes more. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Let the baked asparagus rest for a minute or two before serving. A final drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper can further enhance the flavor.

For best results, use fresh, plump asparagus spears. Avoid using very thin asparagus, as it can become overcooked and limp.
If you prefer a stronger onion flavor, you can add a pinch of garlic powder to the onion soup mix.
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese. Provolone, Gruyere, or even a sprinkle of crumbled feta would be delicious.
To add a touch of heat, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes over the asparagus before baking.
This dish is best served immediately while the cheese is still melted and gooey.

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