Grilled Asparagus
These grilled asparagus are seasoned with salt and pepper, olive oil and lemon zest. Grilled until slightly charred and tender, topped with Parmesan cheese.
Servings 4
Calories 109kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus thick spears
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- lemon zest one lemon
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your grill for high, direct heat.
- Break off any tough bottom ends, and discard
- In a plate, coat the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle salt, pepper and lemon zest over them. Roll them around on the plate to coat them well with oil and seasoning.
- Grill the asparagus spears for 5 to 10 minutes, until nicely charred and just fork tender, turning them every few minutes so that they brown relatively evenly.
- Remove from grill sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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