Grilled Asparagus

Searching for the best summer side dish that comes together in minutes? Look no further than? this easy grilled asparagus that?s tossed in olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and grilled until perfectly tender.?

How to Grill Asparagus

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

Grilled Asparagus Ingredients

These are the basic, kitchen staple ingredients you?ll need to make this simple grilled asparagus recipe:?

• Asparagus: Start with a pound of fresh, clean, trimmed asparagus.
• Oil: Olive oil keeps the asparagus from drying out and gives the seasonings something to stick to.?
• Seasonings: This grilled asparagus is simply seasoned with salt and pepper.?

How to Make Grilled Asparagus

Wondering how to cook asparagus on the grill? Here?s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade grilled asparagus: Toss the asparagus with olive oil, season, and grill until lightly charred.?

How Long to Cook Asparagus On the Grill

The asparagus should be perfectly cooked after three to five minutes on a lightly grill heated to high heat. You?ll know the asparagus spears are done when they are lightly charred and tender when pierced with a fork.?

What to Serve With Grilled Asparagus

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How to Store Grilled Asparagus

This grilled asparagus will taste best the day it?s cooked. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.?

Cookdap Community Tips and Praise 

?Can?t mess up perfection,? according to Eric Ochieng. ?Great results. Added some freshly grated cheese. Prior to final finishing in a hot skillet, I blanched the asparagus to maintain a bright green color that contrasted nicely with the light char on my veggies.?

?Absolutely delicious and so simple,? raves Kilyena. ?Use a slotted grill pan for your grill and you won’t have to worry about spears falling through the grate.?

?I made these and they were delicious,? says LEB. ?I did use some balsamic vinegar and marinated with the rest of the ingredients. Will make it again!?