Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Zest and Parmesan

Enjoy a light, flavorful side dish with grilled asparagus, enhanced with fresh lemon zest and shaved Parmesan.

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
3. Place the asparagus on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and charred in spots.
4. Remove the asparagus from the grill and place on a serving platter.
5. Sprinkle lemon zest over the grilled asparagus for a burst of citrus flavor.
6. Top with shaved Parmesan and serve immediately.

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