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How to Grill Asparagus?
Learn how to make perfect grilled asparagus, a classic summer side dish that's incredibly flavorful and easy to make. You can perfectly grill asparagus along with lemon and garlic on a hot grill.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 129 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus about 2 pounds
- 2-3 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground preferred
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
Instructions
- Trim the bottom ½-1 inch of the asparagus. This part of the stalk is often very tough so removing it is best.
- Combine the oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice and zest into a Ziploc bag or shallow dish and mix together.
- Add the asparagus to the bag with the spices and move the asparagus around until it's evenly coated. At this point, you can set it back in the fridge or aside until you are ready to grill.
- Heat your grill to medium heat. Once your grill is hot you can add your asparagus spears to the grill in an even layer. Move the asparagus around so all sides are cooked.
- Remove the asparagus from the grill and top with some fresh lemon zest and another drizzle of lemon juice. This is optional, but it really brightens the flavor, especially coming off the grill.
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Notes
- Choose fresh asparagus: Look for bright green spears with tightly closed tips.
- Don't overcrowd the grill: This prevents uneven cooking.
- Experiment with flavors: Try different herbs, spices, or even a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Serve warm or at room temperature: Grilled asparagus is delicious either way.
Nutrition Information
Calories
129kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Sodium
585mg
(24%)
Potassium
288mg
(8%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
866IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
21mg
(23%)
Calcium
46mg
(5%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 129kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 585mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 288mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 866IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.