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Grilled Asparagus Recipe

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Marinade Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 76kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
Covered in lemon butter and grilled to perfection, this simple asparagus is the best side dish ever!
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus washed with the ends cut off
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (¼ stick)
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Mix together the melted butter and lemon juice. Pour into a large ziplock bag and add in the asparagus. Make sure all of the asparagus is coated in the butter mixture.
    1 pound fresh asparagus, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
    lemon and butter mixed together in a stainless bowl.
  • Place in the fridge for about 30 minutes before grilling.
    marinating asparagus spears in a ziplock bag.
  • When ready to grill, heat grill to medium high (about 400-450°F) and brush with canola oil.
    an oiled grill pan.
  • Add the asparagus directly to the grill and grill for 7-10 minutes, flipping once.
    grilled asparagus spears on a grill pan.
  • When fully cooked, remove from the grill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Notes

Storage: Store grilled asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25pound | Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 294mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1033IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg