Best 11 Asparagus On The Grill Recipes

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Asparagus is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Grilling asparagus is a great way to bring out its natural flavors and create a healthy and flavorful side dish. Whether you prefer your asparagus grilled tender or slightly charred, there are many recipes available to help you create the perfect grilled asparagus dish.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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A tasty way to grill asparagus on a regular grill or a stove top grill pan. I found this recipe on the WebMD website from Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Chef Christopher

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb asparagus
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut off tough ends of asparagus.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag.
  • Seal and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Remove asparagus from bag, and discard marinade.
  • Place asparagus on grill rack or grill pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Grill at medium to medium-high temperature for 5 minutes on each side or until asparagus is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.3, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 152.1, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.5, Protein 3

THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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We found that the best way to grill asparagus is to lay it right on the grill grates at an angle--no foil packet or grilling basket necessary. We jazzed ours up with tangy, creamy feta and fresh mint. To get a good char, be sure to use medium-sized asparagus -- no pencil-thin stalks here!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch medium asparagus (about 3/4 pound)
Juice of 1 lemon (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (about 1 ounce)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium heat. Chop the tough, woody ends off the asparagus (about 1 inch) and peel another inch of the stalks.
  • Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Add the asparagus and toss until well coated.
  • Put the asparagus on the grill at an angle so the stalks don't fall through the grates. Grill, flipping halfway through cooking, until the asparagus begin to char, the pointy ends start to crisp and the stalks are just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to a platter and sprinkle with the feta and mint.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Set up grill for direct cooking over medium heat and oil the grates.
  • Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet. Add the chopped garlic and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and toss to coat.
  • Place on the grill directly or in a grill basket. Grill until just tender and lightly charred, about 5 minutes.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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Editor's note: The recipe and introductory text below are adapted from Elizabeth Karmel's Web site, girlsatthegrill.com . Grilling asparagus miraculously transforms it from the kind of vegetable you hated as a kid to a sweet, meaty, lip-smackin' treat that you can't get enough of as an adult. Contrary to popular belief, look for the fatter stalks when buying asparagus-they are much better suited to grilling and actually have better flavor. This is the least amount of work you will ever have to do to be considered the Queen or King of the Grill.

Provided by Elizabeth Karmel

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Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound fresh asparagus
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt (use salt according to taste)

Steps:

  • Trim off the tough bottom of the spear by grasping each end and bending it gently until it snaps at its natural point of tenderness-usually two-thirds of the way down the spear. If the spear is less than 6 inches long, chances are it has already been trimmed for you. Alternatively, you can cut the ends off with a knife.
  • Coat each spear with olive oil by placing clean, dry spears in a resealable plastic bag, pour in the oil, and massage spears to coat each one. Sprinkle with salt and massage again. Leave the asparagus in the bag until ready to cook.
  • Place on the cooking grate crosswise so it won't fall through. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes (depending on the size and thickness of the stalks), turning occasionally to expose all sides to the heat. Asparagus should begin to brown in spots (indicating that its natural sugars are caramelizing) but should not be allowed to char.
  • Remove from grill and serve immediately-eating spears with your fingers enhances the experience.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING



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Although steamed asparagus has an unmatched purity of taste, I love the earthy, charred flavor added by the grill, a flavor that can also be achieved with stove-top pan grilling, which combines high heat and a dry, heavy skillet.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 to 2 pounds large asparagus
Olive oil as needed, about 2 tablespoons
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons minced shallots or scallions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; most spears will break an inch or two from the bottom. Peel the stalks up to the flower bud. Meanwhile, start a charcoal fire or heat a gas grill; if you're cooking indoors, heat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes.
  • To grill the asparagus spears, toss them with about a tablespoon of oil, mixing with your hands until spears are coated. Season well with salt and pepper. Grill until tender and browned in spots, turning once or twice, in all 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To pan grill the asparagus, do not oil or season them. Just toss them in the hot skillet, and cook, turning the spears individually as they brown, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove as they finish, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the lemon juice and shallots, then stir in enough olive oil to add a little body and take the edge off the sharpness of the lemon; the mixture should still be strong. Season it well with salt and plenty of black pepper, and stir in the parsley. Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature with grilled fish. Spoon the sauce over everything.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 600 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

GRILLED MARINATED ASPARAGUS



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Freshly harvested asparagus says spring is in the air, and on your table. Eating the tender spears right off the grill is pure pleasure.-Lessie Sites, Livingston, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add the asparagus; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 1 hour., Drain asparagus, reserving marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack., Grill asparagus, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning and basting occasionally with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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Tender, with a delicious barbecue flavor, this grilled asparagus makes a perfect side dish for grilled meats. Don't know how to cook asparagus on the grill? Just place the stalks on a double skewer. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup water
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring water to a boil; add asparagus. Cover and cook until crisp-tender, about 2-3 minutes; drain and pat dry. Cool Slightly., Thread several asparagus spears onto 2 parallel soaked wooden skewers. Repeat. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 2 minutes, turning once. Baste with barbecue sauce. Grill 2 minutes longer, turning and basting once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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The special thing about this recipe is that it's so simple. Fresh asparagus with a little oil, salt, and pepper is cooked quickly over high heat on the grill. Enjoy the natural flavor of your veggies.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Grill over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, or to desired tenderness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

GRILLED RAMPS WITH ASPARAGUS



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Think of ramps as wild onions or wild leeks, a perfect option for a vegetable side dish. Grill them quickly to make the most of their earthy flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch (about 20) ramps
1 bunch thin asparagus
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Trim and discard the root hairs from ramps. Trim tough ends from asparagus.
  • Place ramps and asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet or in a shallow baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
  • Arrange ramps and asparagus on the hot grill in a single layer. Grill until hot and grill marks appear, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to platter, and serve hot or at room temperature.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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Categories     Side     Asparagus     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lb medium asparagus (24), trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Special Equipment
8 (6-inch) wooden skewers, soaked in warm water 10 minutes

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Divide asparagus into 4 bunches. Align each bunch in a flat row and thread 2 skewers crosswise through each bunch (see photo, above). Brush asparagus with oil and season with kosher salt.
  • Grill asparagus on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until tender, 3 to 5 minutes on each side.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS W/GARLIC!!!!



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I came up with these years ago and even people who don't like them love mine..They are addictive!!!! You can also cook these in the oven on 350 for 20min-turning a couple of times.

Provided by barberbabe

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 -2 lb asparagus
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut off about 2 inches off on the big ends, place them in a casserole dish drizzle them with the oil then add the rest and move the mixture all over the asparagus- Make sure they are thoroughly coated.
  • Place on already pre-heated grill- preferably medium heat. They only cook for 5-6 min on each side (Only need to role them once while grillng).
  • And serve immediately, so cook them last or while you cook your steaks. ( to me they are great even if they get cold).

Tips:

  • Choose the right asparagus: Look for spears that are firm and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp or have brown or yellow spots.
  • Prepare the asparagus: Trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by snapping off the bottom inch or two of each spear, or by using a sharp knife to cut off the ends.
  • Marinate the asparagus: Marinating the asparagus in a mixture of olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs will help to enhance the flavor and prevent the asparagus from drying out on the grill.
  • Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before grilling the asparagus. This will help to prevent the asparagus from sticking to the grill grates.
  • Grill the asparagus: Grill the asparagus for 3-5 minutes per side, or until it is tender and slightly charred. Be careful not to overcook the asparagus, or it will become mushy.
  • Serve the asparagus: Serve the grilled asparagus immediately, garnished with fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Conclusion:

Grilling asparagus is a quick and easy way to enjoy this delicious and healthy vegetable. By following these tips, you can grill asparagus that is perfectly tender and flavorful. Experiment with different marinades and toppings to find your favorite way to enjoy grilled asparagus.

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