Recipes BBQ & Grilling Vegetables Grilled Asparagus 4.8 (866) 617 Reviews 80 Photos Grilled asparagus is simple to make, but it lets you enjoy the natural flavor of your veggies. Fresh asparagus spears are coated with a bit of oil, salt, and pepper and cooked quickly over high heat on the grill. That's it! By Allrecipes Member Updated on March 24, 2024 Save Rate Print Share 80 80 80 80 80 Searching for the best summer side dish that comes together in minutes? Look no further than this easy grilled asparagus that’s tossed in olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and grilled until perfectly tender. How to Grill Asparagus You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics: Grilled Asparagus Ingredients These are the basic, kitchen staple ingredients you’ll need to make this simple grilled asparagus recipe: Asparagus: Start with a pound of fresh, clean, trimmed asparagus.Oil: Olive oil keeps the asparagus from drying out and gives the seasonings something to stick to. Seasonings: This grilled asparagus is simply seasoned with salt and pepper. How to Make Grilled Asparagus Wondering how to cook asparagus on the grill? Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade grilled asparagus: Toss the asparagus with olive oil, season, and grill until lightly charred. How Long to Cook Asparagus On the Grill The asparagus should be perfectly cooked after three to five minutes on a lightly grill heated to high heat. You’ll know the asparagus spears are done when they are lightly charred and tender when pierced with a fork. What to Serve With Grilled Asparagus Grilled asparagus is the perfect addition to any summer grilling menu. Explore these mouthwatering recipe collections: 15 Summer Grilling Menus You'll Eat All Season Long 16 Favorite 5-Star Grilled Chicken Recipes Our 20 Most Popular Grilled Vegetable Recipes 25+ Grilled Fish Recipes You'll Love 10 Desserts You Can Make on the Grill Cook’s Note I like to pair these grilled asparagus spears with marinated grilled chicken or grilled salmon. How to Store Grilled Asparagus This grilled asparagus will taste best the day it’s cooked. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise “Can’t mess up perfection,” according to Eric Ochieng. “Great results. Added some freshly grated cheese. Prior to final finishing in a hot skillet, I blanched the asparagus to maintain a bright green color that contrasted nicely with the light char on my veggies.” “Absolutely delicious and so simple,” raves Kilyena. “Use a slotted grill pan for your grill and you won't have to worry about spears falling through the grate.” “I made these and they were delicious,” says LEB. “I did use some balsamic vinegar and marinated with the rest of the ingredients. Will make it again!” Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Grilled Asparagus 4.8 (866) Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 4 Save Rate Print Share Ingredients 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed 1 tablespoon olive oil salt and pepper to taste Directions Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook asparagus on the preheated grill, turning often until lightly charred and fork-tender about 3 to 5 minutes. pelicangal I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 55 Calories 4g Fat 5g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 55 % Daily Value * Total Fat 4g 5% Saturated Fat 1g 3% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 90mg 4% Total Carbohydrate 5g 2% Dietary Fiber 2g 8% Total Sugars 1g Protein 3g 5% Vitamin C 9mg 10% Calcium 26mg 2% Iron 1mg 6% Potassium 255mg 5% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved