Grilled Lemon Garlic Asparagus
Equipment
- Grill
- 1 Small bowl
- Whisk
- Aluminum Foil optional
- Serving Plate
Ingredients
- bunch asparagus
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Wash the asparagus spears and trim off the tough ends.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and pepper.
- Evenly coat the asparagus spears with the prepared lemon garlic mixture. Marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Place the asparagus spears directly on the preheated grill. Alternatively, you can wrap them in aluminum foil for easy grilling.
- Grill the asparagus for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are lightly charrred and tender.
- Once done, remove the grilled asparagus from the heat and transfer them to a serving platter.
- Optionally, you can squeeze additional lemon juice over the grilled asparagus for a burst of freshness.
- Serve immediately and enjoy as a side dish or a healthy addition to your grilled main course.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Lemon Garlic Asparagus
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
57
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
3
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
5
g
2
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Calcium
30
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
242
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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