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Perfect Grilled Asparagus

This Perfect Grilled Asparagus is my favorite, ever, and once you try it I think it’ll be yours too! This uses fresh asparagus, a simple seasoning, butter patties, and a hot grill to take the natural flavor of the asparagus and amplify it.

Perfect Grilled Asparagus

Grilled Asparagus

If you’re looking for a simple and delicious side dish to complement your meal, grilled asparagus is a must-try. With its unique taste and texture, asparagus is a versatile vegetable that can be cooked in various ways. But grilling it adds a smoky flavor and crispy texture that is hard to resist.

To begin, selecting the right asparagus is crucial. Look for spears that are bright green and firm to the touch, with tightly closed tips. The thickness of the asparagus will determine the cooking time on the grill, so keep that in mind when making your selection. Once you’ve got your asparagus, wash it thoroughly and snap off the tough ends.

Grilled asparagus is a crowd-pleaser that is easy to prepare and delicious to eat. Its unique taste and texture make it a perfect side dish for a variety of meals, from hearty steak dinners to light summer salads. So, fire up your grill and give this recipe a try. You won’t be disappointed!

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Perfect Grilled Asparagus

How to make perfectly grilled asparagus

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1

Preheat

Fire up the grill and preheat to 375°-400°F. If you are cooking something else, just use whatever is best for your protein within that range.

2

Prep

We like to do a quick tin-foil tray with some sides on it around these parts. You don’t want that butter to run right off the edge!

I recommend non-stick foil always and forever because I love that stuff with all of my everything, but if you don’t have it a little cooking spray on your cooking vessel pre-grilling.

3

Cook

Pop it on the grill. It cooks in just 6-8 minutes. You want your asparagus to be a little under rather than a little over. No one likes limp, mushy asparagus.

4

Enjoy

That’s it! Pull it off the grill and enjoy!

grilled asparagus

Tips for Success

  1. Preheat your grill! You want it hot when you put it on there.
  2. Don’t skimp on the seasonings.
  3. Unlike the seasonings, LESS IS MORE. Please don’t overcook!
  4. Make more than you think you’ll need. Even my vegetable haters LOVE this. You’re going to want seconds.
  5. Buy the thin asparagus. No thicker than a pencil is ideal.
  6. Snap off the ends to prevent you from getting the tough woody parts.

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Featured Reader Reviews

Stacey says, “Truly the best asparagus recipe I’ve ever had! My husband, who isn’t crazy about asparagus, had seconds of this!! We have already made this close to 10 times this summer!”

Grilled Asparagus
Yield: 4 servings

Perfect Grilled Asparagus

Perfect Grilled Asparagus

This asparagus is grilled and amazing. I don't bestow the "perfect" title easily. This one deserves it. 

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, ends cut off or peeled, and washed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter, salted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to 375-400°.
  2. Fold up a little foil tray with raised sides. You can also use a small baking pan for this, just make sure it has sides and is secure.
  3. Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus, and wash well. Let dry, and then toss with olive oil.
  4. Season evenly with seasonings, and lay in a single layer on a baking tray.
  5. Top with pats of butter, and grill over medium heat until the asparagus is tender-crisp, about 6-8 minutes.
  6. Toss lightly in the butter that has melted at the bottom of the tray, and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

g

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 104Saturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 343mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 2g

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Nicole Johnson

Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.

Josh

Monday 31st of August 2020

What temperature do you recommend setting the Traeger for the asparagus?

Nicole Johnson

Tuesday 1st of September 2020

We usually run around 400° for these. I added to the recipe too. Sorry about that!

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