Slender asparagus spears, lightly charred on the grill and finished with a bright hit of fresh lemon zest. A simple, elegant side dish.
Ingredients
Woody ends trimmed
for zesting
to taste
to taste
Health Notes
Asparagus is an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C, as well as folate and fibre.
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by L Field
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
Method
BBQ
Ingredients
Notes
Seasonal Variations
Nutrition (per serving, estimate)
95
kcal
4g
protein
8g
carbs
6g
fat
Values are estimates and vary with portion size and preparation.
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Prepare the Asparagus
Snap the woody ends off the asparagus spears. Place them in a shallow dish, drizzle with olive oil, and gently toss to coat. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Grill the Asparagus
Place the spears directly over the hot side of the grill, perpendicular to the grates. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until you have a light char. Roll them over and char the other side. Move to the cooler, indirect zone to finish cooking.
Finish and Serve
Once the asparagus is tender but still has a slight bite, remove it from the grill. Transfer to a serving platter and immediately grate fresh lemon zest over the top. Serve straight away.
Health Notes
Asparagus is an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C, as well as folate and fibre.
Per serving (estimate)
95
kcal
4g
protein
8g
carbs
6g
fat
