# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 2 lobster tails (about 6 oz each), thawed if frozen
→ Vegetables
02 - 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
→ Fats & Oils
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Aromatics & Seasoning
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using kitchen shears, cut down the top of each lobster shell lengthwise and gently pull the meat out, resting it on top of the shell.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
04 - Arrange lobster tails and asparagus spears on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both generously with the garlic butter mixture.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until lobster meat is opaque and asparagus is tender-crisp.
06 - Remove from oven and serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
