Healthy, easy and delicious, this grilled asparagus recipe is very simple and a perfect vegetable addition to any barbecue. Tender with a light charred flavor, they're versatile and take minimal effort to make.
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Why You'll love this recipe
- Grilled asparagus tastes so good! It's a great veggie addition to any barbecue paired with meat, chicken, fish and more veggies. They're also very good with a side of Dijon aioli or sun-dried tomato aioli.
- It's so easy to make! Super simple seasoning, a few flips on the grill and they'll be ready to go.
Key Ingredients and variations
- Asparagus: thick asparagus are the best choice for grilling so they don't fall thru the grates. If you have thin ones, use a grill basket instead, and keep in mind that they'll cook a lot quicker.
- Oil: a little oil to keep the asparagus to stick to the grill. Olive oil, avocado oil or any cooking oil of choice.
- Salt and pepper: classic seasoning. You could use a multipurpose seasoning too if you'd like.
- Lemon: a little squeeze of lemon brightens the dish.
- Optional toppings: fresh parmesan and fresh herbs like parsley.
How to make
- Preheat your grill on medium-high/high.
Toss asparagus into a bowl with oil, salt and pepper until well coated.
Grill for 4-5 minutes, flip and continue grilling for 2-5 minutes or until tender depending on the size of the asparagus. Squeeze lemon and sprinkle parsley and fresh parmesan on top. Serve and enjoy!
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Tips
- Choose thick asparagus for this recipe. They're better for grilling than thin ones but you can use thinner ones, just put them in a grilling basket and cook them less.
- Rinse the asparagus under cold water, and trim the woody ends by slicing them off 1 to 2 inches or snapping them off with your hands, they'll naturally break off at the right place. You can also use a vegetable peeler to peel the ends a few inches if they're very thick.
- Add red pepper flakes for heat if desired after cooking. Balsamic glaze is great with asparagus too.
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frequently asked questions
Store leftovers covered refrigerated. Leftovers asparagus are really great added to salads, eggs, pasta or rice.
Grilling time will vary per the size of the asparagus and personal preference. Some prefers them a little more al-dente and some fully tender. They cook pretty quickly, 8-12 minutes. They're ready when they're still green, a little wrinkly and tender when poked with a fork.
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Grilled Asparagus
Equipment
- grill
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus rinsed and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or oil of choice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- lemon wedges
- parmesan optional
- parsley optional
Instructions
- Preheat grill on medium-high/high.
- Toss the trimmed and rinsed asparagus into a bowl with oil, salt and pepper until well coated.
- Add the asparagus perpendicular to the grill grates with tongs. Grill for 4-5 minutes, flip and continue grilling for 2-5 minutes or until tender depending on the size of the asparagus. (You can flip them more often). Remove from grill with tongs into a plate, squeeze fresh lemon and sprinkle parsley and fresh parmesan on top. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Cooking time will vary a bit depending on on the size of the asparagus. Medium to thicker ones are best for grilling
Nutrition
About Priscilla Lawrence
Hi there, I'm Priscilla Lawrence! Welcome to Sprinkled With Balance where I share elevated and approachable nutrient-rich recipes that aren't overly restrictive, complicated or boring! Based in California but born and raised in France, I'm a mom of two, former certified nutritionist, recipe developer, and food photographer.
Cindy says
Perfection. And so easy.
Priscilla Lawrence says
SO easy!!