Grilled Asparagus

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
37%
Grilled Asparagus
45 min.
4
68kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your meal with a delightful and nutritious side dish, look no further than this easy recipe for Grilled Asparagus. This versatile vegetable is not only vibrant and appealing but also packed with essential nutrients. Perfectly grilled asparagus is a game-changer, adding a smoky flavor and tender texture that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this dish brings a refreshing touch to your table.

This Grilled Asparagus recipe caters to a wide array of dietary preferences; it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, including balsamic vinegar and fresh lemon juice, you can whip up an astonishingly tasty dish that resonates with healthy eating without compromising on flavor. The balance of tanginess from the marinade, combined with the slight char from the grill, enhances asparagus's natural sweetness, making it irresistible.

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon soya sauce low-sodium
  • tablespoon olive oil 

Equipment

  • grill
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
  3. Combine all ingredients except cooking spray in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal and marinate for 30 minutes.
  4. Remove asparagus from bag, and discard marinade.
  5. Place asparagus on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes on each side or until asparagus is done.

Nutrition Facts

Calories68kcal
Protein16%
Fat44.79%
Carbs39.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.5
Glycemic Load
1.68
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.4039129588915%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.58mg
Quercetin
15.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.27kcal
3.41%
Fat:3.67g
5.64%
Saturated Fat:0.53g
3.34%
Carbohydrates:7.22g
2.41%
Net Carbohydrates:4.78g
1.74%
Sugar:4.14g
4.59%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:149.19mg
6.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.95g
5.9%
Vitamin K:49.38µg
47.03%
Vitamin A:858.08IU
17.16%
Folate:62.24µg
15.56%
Iron:2.6mg
14.44%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.09%
Vitamin C:9.25mg
11.22%
Copper:0.22mg
11.07%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.04%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.04%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.04%
Fiber:2.45g
9.79%
Potassium:265.17mg
7.58%
Phosphorus:68.59mg
6.86%
Vitamin B3:1.16mg
5.81%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.66%
Magnesium:20.63mg
5.16%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.39%
Selenium:2.64µg
3.77%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.34%
Calcium:32.42mg
3.24%
Source:My Recipes