How to Grill Asparagus (Foil Hack)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    54 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Grill Asparagus (Foil Hack)

Grilling asparagus stalks seasoned with oil and garlic parsley salt creates a tender vegetable with a slight char and garlic-herb flavor. The method involves trimming ends, seasoning, then grilling at medium-high heat until lightly browned and cooked through. This straightforward technique results in flavorful, crisp-tender asparagus suitable as a side or addition to meals, delivered with minimal ingredients and effort.

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How to Grill Asparagus (Foil Hack) presents a simple way to prepare asparagus using direct grilling. After trimming the tough ends, the stalks are oiled and sprinkled with a garlic parsley salt blend to add savory notes. Grilling at 400°F for a few minutes per side promotes a slight golden browning while keeping the stalks tender yet firm. This straightforward approach enhances asparagus's natural flavors with subtle char and garlicky seasoning.

The result is crisp tender asparagus that maintains a fresh, green appearance and bright flavor. It works well as a side dish or incorporated into larger meals. The quick cook time is practical for fresh vegetable preparation, preserving texture and enhancing aroma.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil avocado or olive, generic cooking oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic parsley salt

Instructions

  1. Trim off the rough ends of the asparagus stalks.
  2. Place the asparagus on a large plate and season it with oil and garlic parsley salt.
  3. Preheat the grill to 400°F and place the asparagus stalks across the grill grates. Cook until golden brown (about 3 minutes) and flip the stalks over and cook the other side (about 2 minutes).

Nutrition Information

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Calories 54kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Sodium 1746mg (73%) Potassium 229mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 857IU (17%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 54 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 54kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Sodium 1746mg 73%
Potassium 229mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 857IU 17%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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