Grilled Asparagus with Lemon (Printable version)

Tender asparagus spears brushed with olive oil, grilled, and seasoned with sea salt and fresh lemon juice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed

→ Oil & Seasoning

02 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
03 - ½ tsp flaky sea salt
04 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

05 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
02 - Rinse asparagus and trim woody ends.
03 - Place asparagus on a tray, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat evenly.
04 - Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Lay asparagus in a single layer perpendicular on grill grates or place in a grill basket.
06 - Grill for 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred.
07 - Transfer asparagus to serving platter, squeeze fresh lemon juice over, and offer remaining lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes longer to preheat the grill than to actually cook this, so you'll look like a genius with almost no effort.
  • The char gives you something crispy to bite into while the inside stays tender and sweet, which is honestly the best texture contrast a vegetable can offer.
02 -
  • Wet asparagus will stick to the grill and fall apart, so pat it completely dry after rinsing no matter how tedious it feels.
  • The thinner the spears, the faster they cook—check them early so you don't end up with limp strings instead of tender vegetables.
03 -
  • Buy asparagus the day you're cooking it or store it standing upright in a cup of water in the fridge like flowers—it stays fresher and firmer that way.
  • Save the lemon halves you've squeezed and toss them on the grill right before serving for a subtle smoky citrus smell that sets the mood.
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