Ingredients
1½ to 2 pounds large asparagus
Olive oil (about 2 tablespoons, as needed)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons minced shallots or scallions
¼ cup minced fresh parsley leaves
Optional: fresh herbs like thyme
Garlic added in the last few minutes
Toppings such as toasted nuts or cheese
Instructions
1. Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus. Optionally peel the stalks.
2. Preheat a grill, grill pan, or heavy skillet over medium-high to high heat until very hot.
3. Toss asparagus with about a tablespoon of olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
4. Grill the asparagus, turning once or twice, until tender and charred, about 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.
5. Add garlic near the end of grilling if desired.
6. Mix lemon juice and shallots; gradually stir in olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and add parsley.
7. Serve asparagus with lemon-shallot dressing drizzled over, hot or at room temperature.
Last Step:
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🔥 Ensure your grill or pan is thoroughly preheated for optimal char and flavor.
🌱 Peeling asparagus is optional but can help with even cooking for thicker stalks.
🧄 Add garlic towards the end of grilling to prevent burning and maintain its aroma.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg