How to Grill Asparagus
Tender, fresh asparagus stalks become crispy, slightly charred, and perfectly seasoned in this simple grilled asparagus recipe.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 65kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds asparagus
- 1 tablespoons avocado oil sub: olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper plus more to taste)
- Optional for Serving: Lemon wedges, freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium to medium-high heat. (When it's ready, you should be able to hold your hand about 5 inches above it for 3-4 seconds.)
- Rinse and snap off the tough bottom ends of asparagus. Pat dry.
- In a baking dish or bowl, toss the asparagus with enough oil to coat the stalks. Season with the salt and pepper and toss again.
- Using tongs, place the asparagus directly on the grill. Cook for 4-7 minutes, turning a few times to evenly char the stalks. Remove while they are crisp-tender. Keep in mind that thinner stalks will cook faster. (Tip: To check for doneness, prick with a fork. Asparagus should be crisp-tender. It will continue cooking even when removed from the oven, so don't overcook.)
- Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if desired. Serve with a squeeze of lemon (optional) and freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
Notes
Serving Suggestion: Squeeze a fresh lemon over the top before serving.
Roast Asparagus in the Oven: I also LOVE roasted asparagus. Use our simple oven roasted method here.
What to Do With Stalk Bottoms: My mom saves the tough bottoms of the stalks in the fridge or freezer and then uses them to make homemade cream of asparagus soup later.
Nutrition
Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 294mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g