Grilled Asparagus Recipe
For perfectly grilled asparagus, soak the spears in a light balsamic marinade before placing them on the grill until they develop a delightful char. This quick and nutritious side dish is sure to please!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove minced garlic
Instructions
- 1
Clean the asparagus thoroughly and remove the tough ends. You can easily do this by bending the spears until they snap at their natural breaking point.
- 2
In a spacious bowl, drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together, ensuring each spear is evenly coated.
- 3
Allow the asparagus to marinate for at least one hour if possible; however, you can proceed to cooking immediately if time is short.
- 4
When you’re ready to grill, set your grill to a medium-high temperature to preheat.
- 5
Place the asparagus spears on the grill in a way that prevents them from slipping through the grates. If you have a grill basket, it can be a helpful tool for this.
- 6
Grill the asparagus for 3 to 8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the spears and the intensity of the heat, turning them occasionally until they reach a tender state and have developed a light char.
- 7
Return the grilled asparagus to the bowl with the vinegar to ensure they absorb all the flavors, then transfer them to a serving platter.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- See notes above for storage and variations.