Description
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Zest is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Tender asparagus spears are grilled to perfection and then seasoned with zesty lemon zest, creating a dish that is both simple and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (trimmed)
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the Asparagus: In a large bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Grill the Asparagus: Place the asparagus on the grill in a single layer and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with lemon zest and drizzle with lemon juice. Top with grated Parmesan if desired and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- To prevent asparagus from falling through grill grates, consider using skewers or a grill basket.
- This dish pairs well with grilled fish, chicken, or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
