Crisp-tender asparagus with smoky char straight from the grill! Grilling asparagus on a gas grill is one of the easiest side dishes you can make, and it's ready in minutes with just a handful of ingredients.
Why you'll love grilled asparagus
Almost any vegetable tastes better on the grill, and asparagus is no exception! The high heat gives the spears lightly charred edges while keeping the centers tender and flavorful.
This recipe is quick, simple, and works right alongside whatever else is on the grill. Toss the asparagus on while your steak, chicken, or burgers rest, and dinner is done before anyone starts asking, "How much longer?" like tiny impatient restaurant managers.
Grilling Asparagus on Gas Grill
Equipment
- gas grill
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- 1 lemon optional
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to 400 degrees.
- Wash the asparagus well and snap off the woody ends.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper and seasoning salt.
- Place asparagus on grill for 2-3 minutes, flip - cook on each side until bright green and tender.
- While the asparagus are grilling slice the lemon in half and add to the grill also, grilling for about two minutes cut side down until it has nice char marks.
- Remove the asparagus from the grill and plate. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice over top and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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How to prep asparagus
Prepare the asparagus by snapping off the end. It will snap off where it's tender. Discard the woody end.
FAQ's
Nope! Thin and medium asparagus spears grill beautifully without blanching first.
Yes. For thick spears, peel the lower portion with a vegetable peeler so they become more tender as they cook.
Absolutely. The method works the same way on a charcoal grill and adds even more smoky flavor.
Snap or trim off the woody ends before grilling. The asparagus naturally breaks where the tender part begins.
Tips
- Always double the recipe. Trust me-people devour these.
- Thin spears cook faster-watch them closely.
- Place spears perpendicular to grill grates to keep them from falling through.
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Flavor variations
Switch up the seasoning depending on what you're serving. Lemon pepper, Montreal steak seasoning, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, or your favorite dry rub all work great with grilled asparagus.
You can also finish the asparagus with:
- red pepper flakes
- grated Parmesan cheese
- balsamic glaze
- fresh herbs
Related recipes
- For veggies make these foil wrapped vegetables - with everything made on the grill, dinner clean up will be a breeze!
- You'll love these Pan Fried Vegetables - Fresh crisp vegetables pan fried in butter and olive oil until caramelized and sweet.
- Easy to make Roasted Broccoli and Zucchini - only minutes to make and an easy side dish!
Serving suggestions
Oh my gosh, maybe the thing to say is what doesn't go with this? Asparagus on the grill is great with:
- Grilled Tri Tip - this is perfect with rich meat.
- Lemon Pepper Chicken - made from fresh ingredients this is such a tasty marinade!
- Grilled Honey Glazed Chicken - juicy tender meat every time with this simple recipe, great with the gas grilled asparagus.
Fresh off the grill
Grilled asparagus is one of those simple side dishes that somehow makes dinner feel a little extra special without adding extra work.
Serve it with chicken, steak, burgers, or seafood and watch the platter disappear fast.
If you make it, leave a comment and star rating below! I'd love to hear what seasoning you used and what you served alongside it.
ColleenB.~Tx. says
I wasn't a big fan of eating asparagus until I started wrapping it in bacon and now I can't get enough of it.
You just make bundles of 3-4 asparagus and wrap a slice of bacon around, held together with a tooth pick and bake in the oven. Yummy!
Have a blessed weekend.
Debra Clark says
Right? So good and what a treat! Oven baked works terrific for this yummy side. I've even used it as an appetizer. Such a crowd pleaser!
Lois says
We love asparagus fixed both on the grill and in the oven. So easy and so tasty. A complement to any meal.
Debra Clark says
Fantastic! I'm glad the recipe is a hit. One of our favorites as well.
Angela Paris says
What a great easy recipe! I can't wait to give this a try. 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
Easy is how I roll! 🙂 Thanks Angela!!