It is hard to even call this a recipe, but something that I make at least twice a week. I like asparagus, and I absolutely love it grilled, so here’s how to make the perfect grilled asparagus.
Today’s post is going to be short and sweet. We are counting down the last days of school; I always forget how busy these weeks are. I am looking forward to summer vacation. I like the reprieve from the schedule for a bit.
Grilled asparagus is so easy to make, and takes about 7 minutes from start to finish. My favorite kind of recipe. 9 times out of 10, if I am grilling chicken or a steak, I throw a bunch of asparagus on the grill. I drizzle a little olive oil and put the stalks directly on the grates. I take them off and sometimes just add a squeeze of lemon juice, or a little dressing if I have made a salad. Most of the time, it is just a splash of balsamic and some parmesan cheese. The simplest things are usually the best.
Ingredients //
- 1 bunch asparagus
- olive oil
- Borsari salt (or regular salt and pepper)
- balsamic vinegar
- parmesan cheese
How To Make Grilled Asparagus // The Steps
Step 1: Clean asparagus, and trim stalks. Heat grill on high. Drizzle olive oil over asparagus. Season with Borsari salt.
Step 2: Grill for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they are lightly charred and still crisp. Transfer to a plate and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese.
What To Serve with Grilled Asparagus //
You can go in so many directions here. Meats, grains, or other vegetables will go well with the asparagus. Here are some recipes I suggest you try!
How To Make a Perfect Grilled Salmon – Looking for an easy meal to prepare that doesn’t compromise nutrition and flavor? Try this recipe for grilled salmon. Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins, this dish is as healthy as it is delicious.
Tender and Juicy London Broil – Impress your guests without slaving away in the kitchen by creating a tender and juicy steak with this simple, yet flavorful marinade.
Passover Brisket (Jewish Brisket) – When I lived near my family, Passover was one of my favorite holiday meals and this Jewish brisket recipe is a fantastic choice to make for that dinner — succulent, tender, and done in a juice that is just the right amount of sweet and sour.
Easy Weeknight Barbecue Chicken – This oven-roasted barbecue chicken recipe is a perfect weeknight meal. Easy to make, healthy and super delicious.
FAQs //
You’re going to be looking for asparagus stalks that are fresh, firm, and vibrant green in color. The tips should be tightly closed and compact. Don’t pick asparagus with wilted tops or wrinkled stalks, as this is a sign of age and won’t be at their best
Nope, but you can if you want to. Peeled asparagus is more tender, so if that’s what you’re after then put the time in to peel them. Really, the only time I would suggest peeling them is if the stalks are particularly thick and woody.
You know you can! Experiment and see what you like. Crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, minced garlic, or chopped nuts could be starting points. Try one or try them all!
How to Store Grilled Asparagus //
Let the grilled asparagus cool completely. Store it in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. An optional step is a paper towel at the bottom of the container or bag. This will absorb some of the excess moisture from the veggies. Put it in the fridge where it should last for up to 5 days.
You can also freeze the asparagus. Lay out the asparagus in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and put in the freezer. Once frozen, the asparagus can go in an airtight container or resealable bag and back in the freezer. It should last for up to 6 months. Reheat from frozen; don’t thaw.
How to Make Perfect Grilled Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus
- Olive oil
- Borsari salt or regular salt and pepper
- balsamic vinegar
- parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Clean asparagus, and trim stalks. Heat grill to high heat. Drizzle olive oil over asparagus. Season with Borsari salt.
- Grill for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they are lightly charred and still crisp.
- Transfer to a plate and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese.
Laura
Monday 10th of March 2014
Just made this last night and I have never seen asparagus disappear so fast! This is a "total keeper" among my recipes, and now my mom's!
bakedbree
Monday 10th of March 2014
That's great! I love to eat asparagus this way. My favorite.
Gina
Saturday 8th of June 2013
Is that a charcoal grill? Because if it is, I will be really impressed that you grill twice a week. We might fire up our grill twice a season!
The asparagus does look really yummy. I wish that felt like enough incentive to haul the grill out of the basement - and up the narrow back stairs to our tiny second floor porch. Ugh..
bakedbree
Monday 10th of June 2013
No, it is a gas grill. Why don' you get a grill pan? I use mine all the time. It is a cast iron griddle and has a grill pan on the flip side. I use it so much more than I ever thought that I would.
Kathy
Friday 7th of June 2013
This sounds wonderful! What a great combination of flavors!
bakedbree
Saturday 8th of June 2013
thank you!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar
Friday 7th of June 2013
Roasted asparagus is so freaking awesome. I know I'll love this recipe!
bakedbree
Saturday 8th of June 2013
Yes it it! Love it roasted too.
Tieghan Gerard
Friday 7th of June 2013
This is almost always how I do my asparagus! Grilling is add so much flavor, but I love the addition of parm and balsamic! YUM!
bakedbree
Saturday 8th of June 2013
I agree! I can' eat it steamed anymore. I love it roasted or grilled too much.