Roasted Asparagus With Feta

PREP TIME                                     COOK TIME

10 minutes                                        15 minutes

TOTAL TIME

25 minutes

SERVINGS: 4-6

INGREDIENTS

• 500 g fresh asparagus
• 6 tbsp of Nuvo's extra virgin olive oil or garlic olive oil
• 3-4 cloves garlic ( if using extra virgin)
• 150 g feta cheese
• 1 lemon's grated zest
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp dry oregano
• ¼ tsp chili flakes
• 4-5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 200* C (390* F) Fan.
2. Discard the asparagus's wood-like part at their base and then peel them from the middle downward.
3. Heat a pan and add a tablespoon of olive oil. If you prefer fresh garlic, substitute the garlic oil for one of Nuvo's extra virgin.
4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute (until fragrant).
5. Add lemon zest, oregano, and chili flakes and sauté for 1 minute.
6. Take a bowl and put asparagus, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
7. Now pour mixture from the pan and toss again.
8. Transfer this to a greased or lined baking dish.
9. Sprinkle with the crumbled feta and thyme.
10. Roast for 10-15 minutes.
11. Before serving, add lemon juice.