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How to Grill Asparagus

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grilled asparagus plated on a wood cutting board

If you want to learn how to grill asparagus like a champ then this post will give you some easy tips for perfectly grilled asparagus every time

Asparagus is one of my favorite veggies to grill because it cooks extremely fast, has great flavor and goes with just about anything.

If you are looking for a veggie to serve with grilled meats asparagus is an easy choice for me.

raw asparagus seasoned with salt and Italian seasoning

How to Grill Asparagus

Ingredients

  • Asparagus
  • Avocado Oil
  • Italian Seasoning 
  • Grated Parmesan
  • Lemon
  • Seasoned Salt

Instructions

  • Wash off asparagus and pat dry with a paper towel. Take one spear of asparagus and hold at both ends one inch in from the tip. Bend the spear putting slightly more presure on the stem end until it snaps. Cut remaining asparagus to that same length 
  • Drizzle with avocado oil and toss so that all the spears are coated. Add italian seasoning, seasoned salt and grated parmesan and toss again
  • Heat grill to about 400 degrees F. place the spears on the grill grates in the opposite direction of the grates in a single layer. Grill for about 5 minutes then start moving them around to grill on all sides. Should take 8-10 minutes total depending on thickness.
  • Grab one spear and bite into it. The spear should be tender but not floppy and be able to hold up and not bend in half. Serve immediately
raw asparagus on a cutting board
raw asparagus with one spear snapped next to the full bunch
raw asparagus with stems cut off

Pro Tips

Leftovers: Asparagus is at its best lightly grilled fresh. If you do have leftovers I like to chop the spears into one inch pieces and add to stir fry, risotto or even salads

Indoor Grilling: if you have a grill plate or any cast iron skillet you can grill the asparagus on your stove. Make sure to turn on the fan and you might want to pick up a splash guard for the oil popping out.

Asparagus Size: Depending on the variety and the season the size of the asparagus will vary in size. If you can look for spears about as thick as a pencil. if they are super thin you’ll need to cut your cooking time in half. If the spears are really thick you can use a vegetable peeler to thin them out.

Asparagus Tips: when you cut off the fibourus woody stems you can save them for stocks or finely chop into thin discs to add to soups and rice dishes

Grilling Time: Less is more when grilling asparagus. remember that when you remove the spears from the grill they will continue to cook so if they are already fully cooked they will be mushy by the time you serve them.

grilled asparagus with diced red bell peppers

What to serve Asparagus With

Asparagus is incredibly versatile, you can serve it with pork, beef, chicken or any type of fish or seafood. I especially love serving asparagus with salmon.

Asparagus can also be wrapped in bacon or prosciutto if you want to add a salty pork twist.

peanut crusted salmon with charred limes and asparagus

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my pee smell when I eat Asparagus

Asparagusic acid is a sulfur-containing compound that as fare as I know can only be found in asparagus. When digested the sulfur is excreted through the urine and can have a quite pungent smell. Normally it goes away within 24 hours. for more info checkout this article

Can you eat the entire stem of asparagus?

Yes you can but the stem can be very fibrous and woody. its hard to chew and can be a quite unpleasant bite of food. Thats what you snap the stem at its tender point so you know where the fibers soften,

Can you eat Asparagus Raw?

Yes, asparagus can be eaten both raw and cook and they less you grill the asparagus the more nutrients there are when consumed. thats why you only need to grill them a short time.

Grilled asparagus with sliced lemons and red bell peppers

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grilled asparagus with sliced lemon
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How to Grill Asparagus

If you want to learn how to grill asparagus like a champ then this post will give you some easy tips for perfectly grilled asparagus every time
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Asparagus
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 68kcal

Equipment

  • grill

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch Asparagus
  • 1 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Grated Parmesan
  • 1 Lemon
  • ¼ tsp Seasoned Salt

Instructions

  • Wash off asparagus and pat dry with a paper towel. Take one spear of asparagus and hold at both ends one inch in from the tip. Bend the spear putting slightly more presure on the stem end until it snaps. Cut remaining asparagus to that same length
  • Drizzle with avocado oil and toss so that all the spears are coated. Add italian seasoning, seasoned salt and grated parmesan and toss again
  • Heat grill to about 400 degrees F. place the spears on the grill grates in the opposite direction of the grates in a single layer. Grill for about 5 minutes then start moving them around to grill on all sides. Should take 8-10 minutes total depending on thickness.
  • Grab one spear and bite into it. The spear should be tender but not floppy and be able to hold up and not bend in half. Serve immediately

Notes

Serving size is ¼ of the bunch. About 4oz.

Nutrition

Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 876IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 3mg

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