Grilled Asparagus is the perfect way to turn a simple vegetable into a flavorful side dish everyone will enjoy. With just four ingredients and a few minutes on the grill, you’ll have tender-crisp asparagus with bright lemon flavor that pairs beautifully with almost any meal.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights: Grilled Asparagus Recipe
- Flavor: Sweet, smoky flavor with charred, caramelized edges and tender-crisp texture.
- Skill Level: Just season, grill, and serve! It’s the perfect recipe for new cooks.
- Serving Suggestions: It tastes great alongside grilled chicken, steak, pork, seafood, or burgers.
- Total Time: 11 Minutes Serves: 4 Cooking Method: Grilled
Ingredient Tips for Grilled Asparagus
- Asparagus: Choose firm, bright green spears. Medium-thick spears grill with the best texture.
- Oil: Prevents sticking while improving flavor. Avocado oil works well for high-heat grilling.
- Lemon Juice: Fresh or bottled lemon juice works just fine!
Variations
- Grilling chicken souvlaki? Sprinkle asparagus spears with Greek seasoning.
- Try adding southwest seasoning to asparagus alongside grilled fish tacos.
- Add finely minced garlic
How to Grill Asparagus
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Toss asparagus with the remaining ingredients (full recipe below).
- Grill until tender with char marks, turning as needed.
Storing Leftovers
- Store cooled asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing is not recommended because it can make the asparagus mushy when thawed.
- Reheat briefly under the broiler, in a 350°F oven, on the grill, or in the microwave.
- Add leftovers to salads, eggs, grain bowls, pasta salads, or low-carb casseroles.
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Grilled Asparagus Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- kosher salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium high.
- Wash and trim the asparagus.
- Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt and pepper.
- Place the asparagus directly on the grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes turning occasionally
Notes
- Thin spears will require less time to cook.
- Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat asparagus spears under the broiler, in the oven, or briefly in the microwave.
- Chop up leftovers and add to other recipes. Delicious in a salad.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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