Crispy Grilled Asparagus with Parmesan
A quick and easy grilled asparagus recipe coated with olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan, delivering a crispy, golden crust and a bright, cheesy flavor. Perfect as a side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 small lemon, juiced
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
- Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Rinse 1 pound of fresh asparagus under cold water. Snap off the woody ends by gently bending each stalk near the bottom until it naturally breaks.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high on the stove for 3-5 minutes until hot.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to distribute the spices.
- Sprinkle ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus. Toss gently to coat the stalks with cheese without overmixing.
- Lay the asparagus spears perpendicular to the grill grates. Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until tender with a slight char and the Parmesan is golden and crispy. Use tongs to flip gently.
- Remove from grill and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the asparagus. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes or drizzle balsamic glaze.
- Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy immediately while the Parmesan crust is still crispy.
Notes
If asparagus stalks are very thick, blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes before grilling to ensure tenderness without burning. Keep grill temperature medium-high to avoid burning the Parmesan. Freshly grate Parmesan just before grilling for best results. For dairy-free option, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast. If no grill is available, roast in oven at 425°F for 12-15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ½ cup (90 gram
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
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