By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 4
127 cal · 10 min
Simple Grilled Asparagus
Recipe GLPR723f6b67811f14
Fresh asparagus spears brushed with extra-virgin olive oil and grilled until tender with light char marks. A quick and versatile side dish or light main course that highlights the natural sweetness of asparagus. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.
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Ingredients
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and peeled if desired
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Directions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F to 450°F.
Pat the trimmed asparagus spears dry with paper towels. If desired, lightly peel the outer skin from the lower half of each spear for a more tender texture.
Place the asparagus in a large bowl and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Toss gently to coat all spears evenly.
Season the asparagus generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, tossing again to distribute the seasonings.
Arrange the asparagus spears perpendicular to the grill grates (or use a grill basket) to prevent them from falling through. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes, rolling them occasionally with tongs, until the spears are tender and have light golden-brown char marks.
Transfer the grilled asparagus to a serving platter. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top if desired.
Comments
Asparagus is reliably in stock at all major Charlotte grocers year-round, though peak season March through May offers better prices and quality; at off-season prices, budget roughly $3–4 for a pound, bringing per-serving cost to around $1–1.50 with pantry staples. The stated 10 minutes is honest if you skip the trim (which takes 2–3 more) and assumes your grill is already hot. This is a genuine same-night side that doesn't reheat well, and it needs attention on the grill to avoid scorch or undercook, so it's not a dump-and-forget. It's a solid weeknight vegetable for a family if you're cooking dinner anyway, but it's not a showstopper and lemon can be substituted with what you have on hand if needed.
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