Grilled Marinated Asparagus with Gremolata
This grilled marinated asparagus is a quick and easy side dish enhanced by the addition of a simple, yet tasty, Italian gremolata. Traditionally, gremolata consists of just three ingredients - fresh parsley, garlic, and lemon zest – and is used to top meat, poultry, and seafood. Here, a bit of preserved lemon rind is added for an additional pop of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus fresh, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1½ tsps Mediterranean spiced sea salt
- black pepper to taste
- 2 lemons whole, cut in half
- Parmesan cheese shaved, to serve (optional)
- Gremolata:
- ¼ cup parsley fresh, washed, dried thoroughly, and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest organic
- 2 tablespoon lemon rind preserved, rinsed and finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic large, grated
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place asparagus in a wide, shallow bowl and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with Mediterranean-spiced sea salt and black pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine and set aside for 15-20 minutes to marinade.
- Prepare the gremolata by combining all ingredients is a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and set aside.
- Spray grill grates with non-stick cooking spray and preheat grill to medium-high. Place asparagus and lemon halves over direct heat and grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are crisp tender.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Top with gremolata and serve immediately with grilled lemons for squeezing and shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
For easier turning (and to prevent asparagus from falling through the grill grates), thread two pre-soaked wooden skewers through several spears lined up side by side to hold them together.
Nutrition
Calories: 75kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 11g (4%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 4g (6%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 879mg (38%)Potassium: 332mg (9%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 1186IU (24%)Vitamin C: 42mg (51%)Calcium: 51mg (5%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
