Grilling Asparagus
Grilling asparagus on the BBQ gives asparagus a toasted (or charred if you like) crispy outside and a tender, not mushy inside. For the best aspargus - grill sliced lemons next to it for an irresitible finishing touch.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 32kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bundle fresh asparagus (1lb or 454 g)
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 lemon sliced
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut woody ends off each asparagus spear, wash and pat dry. Dry well so oil will stick and to prevent steaming.
- Coat asparagus evenly with oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place asparagus directly on grill, or on a grill pan (provides more control of charring, especially for thin spears) making sure to leave space between each spear.
- Grill for 2-5 minutes per side depending on how thick (see info in article), charred and tender you'd like them. Look for a change in colour and char marks forming. A little charring=flavour, black all over=mistake! Turn down the heat or keep lid open if charring too quickly. Use the fork test or, pick up a spear with tongs. It should bend but not be floppy. If it's rigid, give it a little more time.
- Remove from oven and drizzle with lemon juice or your favourite toppings (see article). Serve immediately.
- Optional: Grilled Lemon Slices - cut lemon into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick slices, brush both sides with oil, place on lightly greased grill, grill for 1-2 minutes per side to get char marks and heat lemon through. The heat breaks down pectin for easy flowing juice, removes any bitterness and leaves a hint of sweetness to lemons. Serve next to grilled asparagus.
Notes
Seasoning Alternatives: Try lemon herb seasoning, lemon pepper finishing salt, nutritional yeast, balsamic vinegar, chili lime finishing salt
Grill the lemon! Cut into 1/4 - 1/2 inch thick slices and coat with oil. Leave on grill for 1-2 minutes to heat throught and get a little charring. You get a stunning presentation and the best lemon juice!
Option: Cut spears into 1 inch long pieces and grill in basket with sweet bell peppers for a colourful side.
Nutrition
Calories: 32kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 0.04g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 590mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Iron: 0.04mg