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Grilled Lemon Garlic Asparagus

Flavorful grilled asparagus deliciously seasoned with lemon and garlic, then cooked to tender perfection on an outside grill or inside on a grill pan.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 70 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb asparagus ends trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 lemon juice and zest of
  • 1-2 garlic cloves minced
  • Optional: fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Heat an outdoor grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Place the asparagus on a rimmed sheet pan and drizzle with the oil and lemon juice.
  3. Add the lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly mix until each piece is coated.
  4. Grill for 3-5 minutes, or until grill marks appear but the asparagus is still crunchy to the bite.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Notes

  • To store grilled asparagus, simply transfer it to an airtight container and it will keep in your fridge for up to 4 days. It can be reheated on the grill, stovetop or oven. As a last resort, you can also heat it up in the microwave.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 70kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 585mg (24%) Potassium 365mg (10%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1289IU (26%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 46mg (5%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 70

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 70kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 585mg 24%
Potassium 365mg 8%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1289IU 26%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 46mg 5%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.