Grilled Asparagus with Lemon

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon

Charred asparagus spears get a bright lemon finish for a quick, smoky side dish.

Total 15 min Makes 4 servings Calories 90/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy

Thick asparagus spears are tossed in olive oil and grilled until lightly charred and tender-crisp, then finished with fresh lemon juice, zest, and flaky salt. This simple side comes together in under 20 minutes and pairs well with grilled meats, fish, or roasted chicken.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shaved (optional)

Method

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 450°F).

  2. Trim the tough woody ends from the asparagus spears, about 1 to 2 inches.

  3. Place asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, tossing to coat evenly.

  4. Arrange asparagus spears perpendicular to the grill grates and grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender-crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.

  5. Transfer grilled asparagus to a serving platter.

  6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus and sprinkle with lemon zest.

  7. Top with shaved Parmesan if using, and serve immediately.

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    Grilled Asparagus with Lemon

    Thick asparagus spears are tossed in olive oil and grilled until lightly charred and tender-crisp, then finished with fresh lemon juice, zest, and flaky salt. This simple side comes together in under 20 minutes and pairs well with grilled meats, fish, or roasted chicken.

    15 min 4 servings 90 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
    • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shaved (optional)

    Method

    1. 1

      Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 450°F).

    2. 2

      Trim the tough woody ends from the asparagus spears, about 1 to 2 inches.

    3. 3

      Place asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, tossing to coat evenly.

    4. 4

      Arrange asparagus spears perpendicular to the grill grates and grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender-crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.

    5. 5

      Transfer grilled asparagus to a serving platter.

    6. 6

      Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus and sprinkle with lemon zest.

    7. 7

      Top with shaved Parmesan if using, and serve immediately.