Asparagus is a delicious and healthy vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Grilling asparagus is a great way to bring out its natural flavor and sweetness. The key to grilling asparagus is to cook it quickly over high heat so that it remains tender-crisp. There are many different ways to grill asparagus, so you can experiment to find the method that you like best. You can grill asparagus on a gas grill, a charcoal grill, or even in a grill pan on the stovetop. No matter how you choose to grill it, asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-prepare side dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.
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GREAT GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- In a small pan, over medium heat, add the vinegar, zest and juice of the lemon and a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer and let the mixture reduce until it becomes syrupy, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, warm a grill pan over medium-high heat. Wash and trim the ends of the asparagus. Toss the asparagus lightly with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill asparagus 5 minutes, then flip and grill until slightly blackened on both sides, about 4 minutes more. Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, drizzle with balsamic syrup and serve.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
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
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
GREAT GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- Warm a grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Farmhouse Originals Italian with Herbs Dressing in a large bowl. Wash and trim the ends of the asparagus. Peel the stems if desired. Add to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Grill asparagus 5 minutes, then flip and grill until slightly blackened on both sides, about 4 minutes more. Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, drizzle with the 1/2 cup Hidden Valley® Farmhouse Original Italian Dressing with Herbs and serve warm or at room temperature.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Top-of-season asparagus is enhanced only by a little olive-oil cooking spray and salt in a simple and sensational side dish.
Categories Vegetable Side Low Carb Vegetarian Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Asparagus Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegan Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Lightly spray asparagus with olive oil spray. Grill asparagus until tender and beginning to brown, turning frequently, about 5 minutes. Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with salt to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.
HOW TO COOK ASPARAGUS (ROASTED, GRILLED, OR BLANCHED!)
Got asparagus? (Lucky!) Here are three ways to make the magic happen: Roast it in the oven, char it on the grill, or blanch it on the stovetop. Whichever way you choose, it's easy and tasty as heck.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place in a large bowl or clean sink filled with cold water. Drop in the asparagus and swish it around to remove any errant dirt. Discard the woody ends of the asparagus by grasping the end of the spear with one hand and just above the middle with the other hand, then bend until it snaps in half. Discard the woody end.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Dry asparagus by rolling around on a kitchen towel. Place asparagus in large a bowl and drizzle with olive oil - about 1 tablespoon per pound of asparagus. Add a couple of pinches of salt and toss until coated. Spread the asparagus on a large rimmed sheet pan - a single layer is best! Bake, rolling the asparagus once or twice, until golden brown and tender, 15-20 minutes (check after 10 minutes if your asparagus is very thin). Add additional salt to taste. Serve.
- Preheat grill on medium-high, about 450 degrees. Place asparagus in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil - about 1 tablespoon per 1 pound of asparagus. Add a pinch of salt and toss until coated. Lay spears on the grill. Close grill for a couple of minutes then open and turn asparagus with tongs. Cook for 2-3 more minutes, turning once or twice more, until the asparagus is tender and charred in spots. Remove from grill and serve, adding more salt if desired.
- Fill a large pot about halfway with water. Fill a large bowl with cold water and a few ice cubes, then set aside. Place the pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until just tender. Using tongs, transfer asparagus to the bowl of ice water. Dunk a few times then remove from water and finish however you like - marinate in , saute in butter or olive oil, add a pinch of salt ... your choice!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 ounces, Calories 54 kcal, Sugar 2 g, Sodium 2 mg, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
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
Categories Side Picnic Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Asparagus Spring Summer Tailgating Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
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
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
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 ASPARAGUS
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
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 MARINATED ASPARAGUS
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
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
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
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 ASPARAGUS W/GARLIC!!!!
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
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).
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
These grilled spears of fresh asparagus are proof that sometimes the simplest ingredients make the best dishes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium-high. Brush asparagus with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until tender and charred, about 8 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with mint.
Tips:
- Select the right asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips.
- Prepare the asparagus properly. Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim off the woody ends.
- Choose the right cooking method. Asparagus can be grilled, roasted, sautéed, or steamed. Each method will produce a slightly different flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the asparagus. Asparagus should be cooked until it is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Season the asparagus well. Asparagus can be seasoned with a variety of herbs, spices, and oils.
- Serve the asparagus immediately. Asparagus is best served hot or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you grill it, roast it, sauté it, or steam it, asparagus is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give asparagus a try.
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