Grilled Asparagus Recipe
Looking for a quick and delicious summer side dish? This easy grilled asparagus recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect addition to your BBQ spread. The asparagus is tossed in olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and grilled until tender and lightly charred. Keep reading for step-by-step instructions and tips!
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Follow these simple steps to make perfectly grilled asparagus:
Step 1: Start by gathering your ingredients. Make sure to trim the asparagus spears before using them.
Step 2: Preheat your outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grill grate. This will help prevent the asparagus from sticking.
Step 3: Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season them with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Place the asparagus on the preheated grill. Cook them for about 3 to 5 minutes, turning often, until they are lightly charred and fork-tender.
Step 5: Remove the asparagus from the grill and serve hot. Enjoy this simple yet delicious side dish!
How Long to Cook Asparagus on the Grill
The asparagus should be perfectly grilled after 3 to 5 minutes over high heat. Youll know its done when the spears are lightly charred and tender when pierced with a fork.
What to Serve with Grilled Asparagus
Grilled asparagus pairs wonderfully with marinated grilled chicken, grilled salmon, or any of your favorite summer BBQ dishes. Here are a few suggestions:
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How to Store Grilled Asparagus
Grilled asparagus is best enjoyed the day its cooked, but you can store leftovers in an airtight in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Community Tips
- "Can't mess up perfection," says Eric Ochieng. "Great results. Added some freshly grated cheese. I blanched the asparagus beforehand to keep it bright green before finishing in a hot skillet."
- "Absolutely delicious and so simple," raves Kilyena. "Use a slotted grill pan for your grill, and you won't have to worry about spears falling through the grate."
- "I made these and they were delicious," says LEB. "I used balsamic vinegar to marinate the asparagus, and it turned out amazing!"
Cook's Note
This grilled asparagus pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or salmon. It's a versatile dish that goes well with many summer meals.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 55
- Total Fat: 4g (5% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 1g (3% DV)
- Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
- Sodium: 16mg (1% DV)
- Total Carbohydrates: 5g (2% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 2g (8% DV)
- Protein: 3g (5% DV)
- Vitamin C: 9mg (10% DV)
- Calcium: 26mg (2% DV)
- Iron: 1mg (6% DV)
- Potassium: 254mg (5% DV)
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Enjoy this simple grilled asparagus as part of your next summer gathering!

Comments
GABET
10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM
Asparagus is my VERY favorite vegetable. Have you tried baking or grilling it with Lemon Pepper (the kind with salt added)and olive oil? It's AMAZING! I usually "nuke" a bunch for 2 minutes in a tiny bit of water and add the olive oil and lemon pepper while it's hot. I let it marinate for at least a half hour before grilling or baking it. Try it - it's wonderful!
Allrecipes Member
01/03/2003 10:50:54 PM
Great east quick recipe. Missing one key ingredient. Coat with olive oil AND balalmic vinegar! This is key. Same recipe can also be prepared in the oven. Prepare the same and roast for 10-15 minutes at 400...
Kevin Nord
04/30/2005 06:24:26 PM
I like using Garlic salt on the asparagus. Delicious! A nice trick is to use 2 skewers to keep your Asparagus grouped together. Makes it easier to turn them and prevent them from slipping through the grill.
Allrecipes Member
04/06/2003 08:48:18 PM
I put everything in a Ziploc bag, shook it up, baked them in the oven at 425 for 10 minutes on each side, and have decided that I will never steam asparagus again. Enough said. :-)
chester
04/16/2003 05:18:15 PM
My new way of preparing asparagus! This was excellent - although it does take longer then a couple of minutes on the grill. I marinated mine in olive oil, pepper, balsamic vinaigrette dressing, and a dash of garlic salt rather then plain salt.
naples34102
02/04/2010 07:47:28 PM
Nothing fancy or fussy, but what great flavor and color! Fresh, simple and delicious. No need to alter or embellish this recipe at all. I used Penzey's shallot salt which I just love. Other seasonings or salts and a squeeze of lemon would be great too, but the recipe is perfect as is.
Rock_lobster
06/19/2011 04:27:56 PM
Grilled Asparagus Haiku: "Asparagus win! Easy to make, tasted great. So good on the grill!" Followed some suggestions and tossed my asparagus in a bag w/ the EVOO, and S&P and let sit in the fridge for a few hrs. prior to grilling. I liked the idea of skewering them perpendicular (for ease of flipping), but didn't make the effort b/c I was timing the asparagus w/ AR's "BBQ NY Strip" as well. Turned out to be a fantastic dinner. Really, can a man's tummy be happier than when it's presented w/ steak and asparagus? Oh wait, I forgot the baked potato - next time!
COOKINMOMMY1
07/31/2006 04:12:58 PM
Excellent. Used garlic salt and a really good olive oil and let marinate for an hour or so while I was preparing the rest of the meal. Took about ten minutes to grill to beautiful tenderness. Everyone - even the kids - loved it. Sliced the leftovers and mixed with rotini pasta, a diced tomato, olive oil, garlic and some fresh basil - wonderful. Enjoyed this great summertime recipe! Thanks for posting!
Catchef11
08/23/2021 05:57:21 PM
I made this using a bit more olive oil; and, shaking the asparagus, olive oil, and salt-free seasoning blend together in a ziploc bag. Then, placing it on a rack in a half-sheet pan, and roasting. The result is delicious.
Tara McKinney DelVecchio
10/24/2017 11:06:23 AM
Took other reviewers advice and marinated asparagus in a zip loc with EVOO, balsamic vinegar, kosher salt and garlic powder for several hours. Roasted in 425 degree oven for about 15 minutes. Next time will try w/o vinegar and a little shorter time, maybe a bit less salt. Still delicious. Thanks for a great recipe from someone who hasn't cooked a lot of asparagus!
Janice Nagle
04/10/2017 04:23:35 PM
Very good! My family loved it! The only change I made was to use lemon infused olive oil. I recommend the smiling olive mail order company online ordering for the high quality oil. I used my cast iron grill pan. I grilled it on high heat and kept turning it. Great results! I'll make it again.I used the left overs in ham, mushroom, asparagus quiche.
online queen
06/15/2025 11:19:45 PM
I use a lemon infused olive oil for a slightly fancy dish. Can’t go wrong with grilled asparagus!
George Thomas
07/11/2024 02:34:39 AM
Big brain chef hours right here.
Dallas mosque48
05/25/2024 03:46:24 AM
I loved it. I used vegan butter to flavor it
Jimmie Johnson
05/03/2024 09:58:13 AM
Simply perfect.
Dave Bates
04/04/2023 01:53:44 AM
Make sure to cut off the thick end a little more than you would usually do you don’t have as hard a time cooking it evenly. We cooked it with steak and put it on the bottom of the plate under the marinaded steak for extra yum
SprySole8201
03/06/2023 03:07:06 PM
This is an awesome recipe it's simple clean easy to fix doesn't take many ingredients perfect to give to a friend
Kevin
01/28/2023 08:48:20 PM
Easy to make and quick. I made it with some lemon juice, parmesan, garlic powder, and balsamic vinegar as well as mentioned in the comments. Simple, yet tasty and clean.
PurpleMalt9258
07/02/2022 02:37:51 AM
It was excellent! I also added garlic salt. 😋
Mary Wesson
08/16/2021 06:44:08 AM
It actually takes a little bit longer than 2 or 3 minutes. No biggie that's just my experience. I probably cooked mine for around 5 minutes. It all is basically up to you how you want it cooked & for how long. Everyone has different preferences for their food. It was absolutely delicious in the end & that's really all that matters..... RIGHT. Give it a try, I'm pretty sure you'll enjoy yourself.