Do you get as excited as I do when grilling season comes around? With a working farm just down the street the first crop of the season is asparagus. This is the time when my prodigal son returns for the life of “eating at mom’s” every Sunday. This is my time to be able to cook the meals I love and set another plate or two at the table. The meals of sausage, salmon, hot dogs, chicken, burgers, fresh veggies, sautéed mushrooms and onions become common and the fresh summer sides overflow my counter. Sports is on the television and conversations take place in the kitchen and living area. And in case you are wondering, when I get a good big fire going in the grill I do go overboard and make enough variety for the week! Yum!
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Grilled Parmesan Asparagus
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Delicious crispy asparagus grilled on an open flame releases the flavor and makes kids love their veggies! You can add or reduce cook time to your liking. Less time will make the asparagus snap more easily, but cooking longer will make them extra crispy and delicious for dipping. Use 1/2 cup melted butter for dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat an outdoor grill on medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Toss asparagus and olive oil in a bowl until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and salt onto asparagus until evenly distributed.
- Place asparagus spears on grill crosswise. Cook until tips are almost blackened, 20 minutes; turning spears over after 10 minutes.
Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 pieces
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 157 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Total Fat 2.5 g | 4% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Marilyn this looks really good. I love asparagus. Now I’m in the mood for some too.
Angel
Thanks for stopping by and letting me know! I don’t enjoy manu veggies but asparagus is one I can eat anytime. Have a great day!
Set another plate for me, Marilyn, this sounds good! I always look forward to asparagus season. I know we can get imported stuff any time, but I only buy the local stuff in spring.
You got it Jean! I will even grill up some wild salmon. Thanks for stopping by!