Grilled Asparagus

Name: Grilled Asparagus with Lemon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus stalks, (ends trimmed); 2 tablespoons olive oil, (divided); 1 lemon, (juiced); 3/4 teaspoon salt, (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, (or to taste); 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

by Katerina

5 from 8 votes

Jul 29, 2020, Updated Jun 15, 2024

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This easy Grilled Asparagus Recipe is made with a zesty lemon dressing and served with crumbled feta cheese. It’s a healthy side dish you can make in just 10 minutes!

If you’re looking for something even simpler, grab this recipe for oven roasted asparagus.

serving grilled asparagus with feta on an oval plate

A Simple Grilled Asparagus Recipe

Everyone loves an easy grilling recipe, especially when it’s healthy, yet really delicious. This grilled asparagus with lemon dressing comes together with just 6 ingredients and it makes a great side dish for black bean burgers, grilled chicken, plus tons of other main dishes.

This healthy recipe will have the pickiest eaters asking for another helping!

Recipe Ingredients

The list of ingredients for this lemon asparagus recipe is quite short! To find the precise amounts for each one, scroll down to the recipe card below.

Asparagus – When shopping for asparagus, choose bright green stalks with tightly shut tips.
Olive Oil – Helps to coat and cook the asparagus spears.
Lemon – You’ll need to juice one lemon to make your dressing.
Salt & Black Pepper – A simple seasoning to enhance the flavors of the veggies.
Feta Cheese – Crumble some fresh feta over your asparagus to add a perfect finishing touch.

How To Trim Asparagus

Before you start grilling, take a few minutes to trim the edges off of your asparagus stalks. Simply cut off the tough ends at the base of your asparagus with a sharp knife.

If you’re not sure where to slice, bend one of your stalks with one hand on the tough edge and your other hand holding the middle of the stalk. It should bend or snap off in the area where the hard end meets the tender part of the stalk. Cut each stalk in that same area to remove the tough portion from your asparagus.

asparagus stalks set on black grill grates

How to Grill Asparagus

Fire up the grill, and let’s get started! Here’s the simple step-by-step guide to grilling asparagus with lemon dressing – you can find the full set of directions in the recipe card below:

Heat up your grill. Preheat an outdoor grill to 425˚F.
Trim the asparagus. Trim the asparagus and toss it with ½ tablespoon olive oil.
Cook. Transfer your asparagus to the grill, positioning diagonally over the grill grates and directly over the heat. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Make sure to flip over the asparagus as it cooks.
Remove from the heat. Remove cooked asparagus from the grill and transfer it to a platter; set aside.
Make the dressing. Take the remaining olive oil and pour it into a mixing bowl. Whisk in lemon juice, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Assemble and serve. Drizzle lemon dressing over the prepared asparagus, then top with crumbled feta. Serve and enjoy!

side close up shot of asparagus sprinkled with feta cheese and slices of lemon

Recipe Tips

That’s really all there is to it, but I do have a few more tips and tricks to share with you on how to get the best lemon asparagus.

Turn the stalks as they grill. Be sure to flip over the asparagus while it’s grilling so that it cooks evenly and chars all around.
Preheat the grill completely. You want to cook your asparagus over direct heat so it gets crispy on the outside while remaining tender on the inside. Make sure your grill is fully preheated before you start grilling.
Don’t over-cook. Your asparagus shouldn’t take more than 5 minutes to cook. Keep an eye on your stalks to make sure you don’t overcook them.

Serving Suggestions

Wondering what goes with zesty lemon asparagus? I love making this asparagus with my tender Grilled Pork Chops. They’re marinated to perfection with a tasty honey soy sauce. If you want a quick & easy recipe to go along with this simple side dish, pair it with my Bacon Wrapped Chicken Skewers!

Pair your grilled asparagus with this easy Jack Daniel’s Grilled Steak for a hearty dinner. Need a meatless main dish? Try serving your asparagus with my easy Eggplant Parmesan!

oval platter with grilled asparagus topped with feta cheese and lemon slices

How to Store & Reheat Leftovers

To store. To store your asparagus, keep it in a covered container or airtight bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want it to last longer, wrap the ends of your stalks in a damp paper towel.
To reheat. The best way to reheat your asparagus is to rehydrate it with some olive oil and wrap it in foil before reheating. Leave a small amount of air in the foil when you wrap it up and reheat it on the grill or in the oven for 3-5 minutes.

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