Best 8 Smoky Grilled Asparagus Recipes
Asparagus is a spring delicacy, and there are few things more satisfying than biting into a tender, smoky piece of grilled asparagus. While grilling asparagus may seem like a simple task, there are a few things you need to know to make sure you end up with perfectly cooked, flavorful asparagus. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps of grilling asparagus, from choosing the right asparagus to marinating and grilling it to perfection. We'll also provide you with a few tips for serving grilled asparagus so that you can enjoy it in all its glory.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRILLED PARMESAN GARLIC ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- Prepare asparagus and trim the bottoms.
- Lay the asparagus in the pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss in the olive oil.
- Lay the asparagus on the grill or grill plate in a row. Grill for 5-10 minutes over medium high heat until they have char marks and are fork tender. Remove asparagus and place back in the pan. Toss with garlic and parmesan cheese. Serve.
- *You can also grill the asparagus in foil if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize -1 g, Calories 80 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 58 mg, Sugar 1 g
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
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
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.
SIMPLE SMOKED ASPARAGUS
A simple vegetable side dish to pair with your meat while you already have the smoker fired up. I've tried several different flavor combos but have found that olive oil, salt, and pepper work best with asparagus. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's directions.
- Place asparagus inside a disposable foil pan. Drizzle oil, salt, and pepper over the top. Toss to coat.
- Place the pan on the smoker rack and smoke for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
SMOKY GRILLED ASPARAGUS
From Chef Nate Appleman (Food and Wine). I have made this delicious dish on the grill and on my cast iron skillet. It came out great with both.
Provided by Chef Sarita in Aust
Categories Vegetable
Time 36m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Light a grill.
- In a shallow dish, whisk the mayo with the oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, salt and cumin. Add the asparagus and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes.
- Grill the asparagus over moderately high heat, turning, until tender and blistered in spots, about 6 minutes.
- Serve warm.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Grilled Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ellie_
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl toss asparagus with oil, salt and pepper.
- Grill over high heat, turning asparagus as they brown (7-10 minutes depending on thickness of asparagus).
- Remove to serving dish and squeeze the lemon or orange over all and then sprinkle with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.1, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 22, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2, Protein 3.9
BACON-WRAPPED GRILLED ASPARAGUS
I tried this at a friend's house and modified the recipe to appeal to my family's tastes. I recommend cooking the asparagus outside on the grill. It's excellent for any celebration. -Karyl Tobel, Helena, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 16 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oil and garlic. Wrap a bacon strip around each asparagus spear. Thread 8 asparagus spears onto 2 parallel soaked wooden skewers. Repeat with remaining asparagus. Grill, covered, over medium-low heat 18-20 minutes or until bacon is crisp, turning occasionally. Brush with soy sauce mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are firm and have tight, closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp or have woody stems.
- Trim the asparagus: Cut off the tough woody ends of the asparagus spears, about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
- Parboil the asparagus: This step is optional, but it helps to keep the asparagus spears from becoming tough when grilled. To parboil, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus spears and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain the asparagus and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Marinate the asparagus: Marinating the asparagus in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices will help to infuse it with flavor. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of balsamic vinegar to the marinade for extra flavor.
- Grill the asparagus: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the asparagus spears with olive oil and then grill them for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly charred. Be sure to turn the asparagus spears occasionally so that they cook evenly.
- Season the asparagus: Once the asparagus is grilled, season it with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. You can also drizzle the asparagus with a little bit of balsamic vinegar or olive oil for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Grilled asparagus is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its smoky flavor and tender-crisp texture, grilled asparagus is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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