Name: Cheesy Rotel Asparagus
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1½ pounds fresh asparagus (trimmed); ½ cup mayonnaise; 2 Tbsp taco seasoning (or to taste); ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (10-oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, (drained)

Cheesy Rotel Asparagus – easy baked asparagus recipe loaded with tons of Mexican flavors. Low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free. Super simple to make with very little prep time and is ready to eat in under 30 minutes. Asparagus, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, and Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles. A great way to get your family to eat their veggies. Add this to your menu ASAP!

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Cheesy Mexican Baked Asparagus

This Cheesy Rotel Asparagus recipe has been on repeat at our house. Fresh asparagus, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, and Rotel. I could honestly make a meal out of just this asparagus. This is super simple to make and tastes great! Plus it is ready to eat in under 30 minutes. You can’t beat that. This side dish is low in carbs and high in taste! Kids and adults gobble this up! You must try this ASAP!

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How to Make Cheesy Rotel Asparagus

This vegetable side dish is effortless to make with only five simple ingredients. Trim asparagus to remove the woody ends. Place asparagus spears in a single layer in a baking dish that has been sprayed with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise and taco seasoning. Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the asparagus. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles over the asparagus. Bake in a preheated oven until tender. Garnish with parsley or cilantro.

Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

Make sure to trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears. The thick bottom part of the spear is white or light purple in color. It is tough and not meant to be eaten. Use a knife to quickly cut the tough ends off before adding the spears to the baking dish.
- When possible, choose a bunch of asparagus where the stalks are about the same diameter.
- Depending on the size of the asparagus, you will need one or two bundles.
I baked this asparagus in a baking dish, but you can also make it on a rimmed baking sheet.
I prefer to use Hellmann’s Mayonnaise.
Is Cheesy Rotel Asparagus spicy? There will be a little kick from the Rotel. Use mild Rotel if you are worried about the heat.
For best results, grate the cheddar cheese by hand straight from the block. Pre-grated cheese contains preservatives that prevent it from melting properly.
Here is our recipe for Homemade Taco Seasoning made with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-taco-seasoning/
Can Cheesy Asparagus be made in advance? Yes! You can assemble the recipe ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight before baking.
Is Cheesy Asparagus low-carb? Yes! All of the ingredients are low-carb and keto-friendly.
Is Cheesy Baked Asparagus gluten-free? Yes! All of the ingredients are gluten-free.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Mexican Asparagus

This roasted asparagus has quickly become a favorite at our house. It has SO much amazing flavor! One bite and you are sure to agree.

We love to eat this with casseroles, grilled chicken, and especially steaks! This is also great for dinner parties! It looks fancy but it is so easy to make! Don’t tell anyone! It can be our little secret.

Need more main dish ideas? Here are a few of our favorite recipes from the blog that go great with this easy vegetable recipe:

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