Grilled Asparagus

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Grilled Asparagus
45 min.
4
96kcal

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Grilled Asparagus is the perfect side dish to elevate any meal, offering a delightful explosion of flavor and a crunch that everyone will love. Not only is this dish vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it’s also packed with health benefits, boasting a health score of 60. With just 96 calories per serving, it seamlessly fits into any healthy lifestyle while satisfying your taste buds.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity and versatility. The fresh asparagus spears, when grilled to perfection, showcase their natural sweetness and vibrant color. A light brushing of extra-virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of kosher salt enhance the asparagus’s earthy flavors, making it a savory addition to your dining table. Whether paired with grilled meats or served as is, this dish shines as a nutritious choice that everyone can enjoy.

In just 45 minutes, you can have this stunning dish ready to impress your family or guests. The grilling technique allows the asparagus to maintain a tender crispness, and with the added convenience of skewers, flipping them is effortlessly easy. If outdoor grilling isn’t possible, don’t worry—you can achieve the same delightful results in a grill pan right in your kitchen. So, fire up the grill or grab your grill pan and get ready to serve up some deliciously grilled asparagus that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb asparagus trimmed
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin

Equipment

  • grill
  • skewers
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Divide asparagus into 4 bunches. Align each bunch in a flat row and thread 2 skewers crosswise through each bunch (see photo, above).
  3. Brush asparagus with oil and season with kosher salt.
  4. Grill asparagus on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until tender, 3 to 5 minutes on each side.
  5. • The parallel skewers make it easier to turn the asparagus.• If outdoor grilling isn't an option, asparagus may also be grilled in a well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories96kcal
Protein14.09%
Fat61.05%
Carbs24.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0.97
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.307826145836%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
9.7mg
Kaempferol
2.36mg
Quercetin
23.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:95.9kcal
4.79%
Fat:7.2g
11.08%
Saturated Fat:1.03g
6.46%
Carbohydrates:6.6g
2.2%
Net Carbohydrates:3.03g
1.1%
Sugar:3.2g
3.55%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:197.33mg
8.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.74g
7.48%
Vitamin K:74.97µg
71.4%
Vitamin A:1285.93IU
25.72%
Folate:88.45µg
22.11%
Iron:3.68mg
20.45%
Vitamin E:2.93mg
19.53%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.22%
Copper:0.32mg
16.08%
Fiber:3.57g
14.29%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.11%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.46%
Vitamin C:9.53mg
11.55%
Potassium:343.71mg
9.82%
Phosphorus:88.45mg
8.85%
Vitamin B3:1.66mg
8.32%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.74%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.13%
Magnesium:23.82mg
5.95%
Selenium:3.91µg
5.59%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.66%
Calcium:41.01mg
4.1%
Source:Epicurious