Lemon Pepper Asparagus

Ingredients

• 11 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 22 tbsp olive oil
• 32 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 41 tsp lemon zest
• 51/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 61/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears by snapping or cutting them.

2. 2

   Toss the asparagus with olive oil, ensuring each spear is lightly coated.

3. 3

   Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.

4. 4

   Roast in a preheated oven until the spears are tender and lightly browned.

5. 5

   Immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle generously with freshly ground black pepper.

6. 6

   Serve hot as a delicious side dish.