Simple Grilled Asparagus
Charred asparagus gets a quick turn on a hot grill with olive oil, salt, pepper, and an optional squeeze of smoky lemon.
Prep 5 min · Cook 6 min · Total 11 min · Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Directions
Coat the asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set it on a grill heated to high and cook, turning now and then, until the spears are tender and deeply charred, 5 to 8 minutes. If you’d like the lemon, slice it in half and grill it cut side down until it takes on some char, about 3 minutes. Move the asparagus to a large plate, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, sprinkle with lemon if using, and serve immediately.