Grilled Asparagus
Grilled Asparagus is the perfect easy summer side. This recipe comes together with simple ingredients and grills up in literally minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 46kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus washed and trimmed, see note 1
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest optional
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice optional
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt if using table salt, use 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to about 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the asparagus on a baking sheet. Add olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and kosher salt. Toss lightly. Spread into an even layer.1 bunch asparagus, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Transfer the asparagus to the grill using tongs (see note 2), with the thick bottom parts closest to the heat. Grill for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of your asparagus. Remove from the heat and serve.
Notes
- For all my tips and tricks on asparagus, read How to Store Asparagus and How to Cut Asparagus.
- You can use a grill basket to help contain the asparagus, but I find it really simple to put the asparagus right on the grill grate.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 515IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg