Description
These Smoky Harissa Parmesan Asparagus Sticks with Lemon Yogurt Drizzle are a flavorful and vibrant side dish ready in under 20 minutes. The combination of spicy harissa, salty parmesan, and refreshing lemon creates an irresistible taste experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 450g asparagus, trimmed
- 60g grated Parmesan cheese
- 50g panko breadcrumbs
- 1 Tbsp harissa paste
- 30ml olive oil, plus extra
- 5ml lemon zest
- 2.5ml smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 120g Greek yogurt
- 15ml lemon juice
- 5ml honey (optional)
- 5ml chopped fresh mint
- 15g toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet.
- Trim Asparagus: Snap off tough ends and pat dry.
- Make Coating: Combine Parmesan, panko, harissa, zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Asparagus: Toss asparagus in oil, then roll in coating.
- Bake: Arrange on sheet, drizzle with oil, and bake 12-15 minutes.
- Make Drizzle: Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, honey (if using), and mint.
- Serve: Drizzle over asparagus and garnish with pine nuts.
Notes
For extra crispness, ensure asparagus is thoroughly dry before coating and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg