Buy Now → Easy Grilled Asparagus Recipe with Garlic
This grilled asparagus recipe is a quick, flavorful side dish made with fresh asparagus, olive oil, garlic, and a splash of balsamic vinegar. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, pasta, or your favorite weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
2 bunches fresh asparagus (about 48 spears)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
Prep
- Heat a gas or charcoal grill to approximately 400°F.
- Rinse the asparagus and snap or trim off the tough woody ends.
- Place the asparagus in a large bowl and add the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss until the spears are evenly coated.
Cook
- Arrange the asparagus in a single layer across the grill grates, positioning the spears perpendicular to the grates to prevent them from falling through.
- Grill for 3 to 5 minutes, then turn with tongs.
- Continue grilling for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the asparagus is crisp-tender with light char marks.
Assemble
- Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter.
••If desired, drizzle with balsamic vinegar just before serving.
Notes
Substitutions
- Replace olive oil with avocado oil for a higher smoke point.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice instead of balsamic vinegar for a brighter finish.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan or crumbled feta after grilling for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with grilled steak, chicken, pork chops, salmon, or shrimp.
- Serve alongside roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, or a fresh garden salad.
Storage
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat briefly in a skillet, on the grill, or in the microwave until warmed through.
Freezing
- Grilled asparagus can be frozen in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently. The texture will be softer after freezing but works well in soups, pasta dishes, and casseroles.
Find it online: https://jennifercooks.com/grilled-asparagus/