Tender grilled asparagus spears (Printable)

Tender asparagus spears grilled to perfection with olive oil, sea salt, and fresh lemon.

# 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

# Steps:

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

# Chef’s Tips:

01 -
  • It takes almost no time, so you can make it on busy weeknights without stress.
  • The grill transforms ordinary asparagus into something with real depth and personality.
  • It's the kind of side dish people actually ask you to make again.
02 -
  • Don't skip the pat-dry step—wet asparagus will steam instead of getting those delicious char marks.
  • Thin spears cook much faster than thick ones, so if you have a mix, separate them and stagger the timing slightly.
03 -
  • Oil your grates themselves, not just the asparagus—it's the easiest way to prevent sticking and creates better char.
  • Serve immediately while they're still warm and the lemon flavor is bright; cold grilled asparagus loses some of its magic.
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