Grilled Asparagus Recipe

4.62 from 18 votes

Slathered with lemon butter and grilled to perfection, this simple asparagus is the best side dish ever.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Marinade Time30

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: Easy

Servings:

Mix the melted butter with the lemon juice. Pour it into a large Ziplock bag and add the asparagus. Make sure all of the asparagus is coated in the butter mixture.
1 lb. fresh asparagus, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Place in the fridge for about 30 minutes before grilling.
When ready to grill, heat grill to medium high (about 400-450°F) and brush with canola oil.
Add the asparagus directly to the grill and grill for 7-10 minutes, flipping once.
When fully cooked, remove from the grill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Parboiling will cut down on the cooking time, though not necessary, and the marinade penetrates the asparagus better if it's raw.
Pierce the thickest part of the asparagus; if it pierces easily, it's done.
Use orange juice instead of lemon; add a few pinches of red pepper flakes, or sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan.
Though bottled lemon juice works, for the best flavor, I prefer freshly squeezed.
Store grilled asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheat in a 400°F oven until heated through.