Grilled Asparagus

Fresh asparagus that is grilled to crisp tender! This easy grilled side dish recipe only requires a few ingredients and is the perfect easy, healthy side dish when you are grilling.

The days are getting longer and I can feel spring is in the air! One of my very favorite parts of spring is the fruit and vegetables we start seeing. And my favorite spring vegetable? Asparagus!

Pair it with a Ranch Grilled Pork Tenderloin or Grilled Pineapple Pork Chops and finish your meal with our favorite Grilled Apple Dump Cake. Grilling asparagus will become a regular event at your house just like it is at mine!

Though we see asparagus in the market all year long the true season for asparagus is the spring! That’s when the stalks are thick, sweet and tender!

I love Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, but this grilled asparagus onthe grill keeps it even simpler! I’m sharing some quick tricks and tips so you can make perfectly grilled asparagus every time.

why you’ll love this recipe

• There is nothing better than asparagus when it is in season and this side dish is cooked perfectly on the grill.
• There are only two seasonings to toss the asparagus in. This recipe for grilled asparagus is so simple and yet so flavorful.
• The asparagus finishes with a perfect char, just what you love for a cookout!

Ingredients For Grilled Asparagus

• Asparagus – The star of the show! In-season has the most flavor, but you can buy this at the store all year long.
• Olive oil – Olive oil gives a really nice flavor, but vegetable or canola will do the job, too.
• Seasonings – Keeping it super simple with garlic salt and ground black pepper.

How to Grill Asparagus

1. Drizzle the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper.
2. Brush the grates of a preheated grill lightly with olive oil. 
3. Place the seasoned asparagus spears directly on the grill grates.
4. Grill the asparagus spears for 4 minutes per side until lightly charred. Use tongs to turn them often so that they are grilled on all sides.
5. Serve and enjoy!

How long does it take to grill asparagus?

It takes about 8-10 minutes total to grill the asparagus. Don’t overcook it or it will become mushy. You want it to still have a slight bite when you eat it.

how to know when asparagus is cooked

Asparagus is cooked and ready to eat when it is bright green and a fork can easily pierce the stalk. Check your asparagus often to avoid overcooking it.

Can you grill asparagus on the stove?

If the weather is poor, you can certainly use a stove top grill. Heat the grill pan to medium-high heat. Prepare the asparagus as directed and grill right on the stove.

If you have any additional questions please leave us a comment and we will do our best to answer them!

How to Serve Grilled Asparagus

I like to keep it simple by seasoning with olive oil, salt and pepper but you can certainly doll-up this vegetable. Maybe even add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving!

Compound Butter is a delicious condiment and a great way to finish off asparagus! If you’re using butter, apply it when it comes off the grill and it’s still hot!

It’s easy to make and keeps well in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks. It can also be made ahead and frozen. Parsley and Chive Compound Butter or Dijon-Lemon Butter are great ones to try!

Bernaise Sauce can be drizzled over right before serving! This recipe has a blender version that makes it super easy to whip this up quickly. No need to worry about the eggs scrambling in this recipe!

Or try a Classic Hollandaise Sauce – it’s so easy to make in a blender, but looks and tastes super fancy!

It’s also a great side to serve with Smoked Venison Roast!

why trim the woody ends of asparagus?

It is important to trim the last inch or so of asparagus because it can lack flavor and most importantly, the woody part is really tough and unpleasant to chew.

how to trim the ends of asparagus

There are two ways to trim your delicious asparagus to prepare it for cooking. First, you can use a sharp knife to cut about an inch or so off of the end of the asparagus stalk. The other way, is to simply bend the stalk at the base until it breaks on it’s own. You can use both methods at the same time if you bend one and then use it as a guide to cut the rest!

how to store leftover asparagus

Store leftover grilled asparagus in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Oil might congeal but don’t be alarmed! It will turn back to liquid when the asparagus is reheated. This is the best asparagus, so you probably won’t have any leftovers to worry about!

how to reheat grilled asparagus

Reheat grilled asparagus on the stovetop in a frying pan with a little butter or oil

I don’t recommend using a microwave because it might turn out too soft.

Grilled asparagus is a great side dish choice if you’re having a cookout! There is so much flavor in every bite of this perfectly seasoned, tender grilled vegetable.

More Great Grilled Vegetable Recipes

• Seasoned Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges are ready in only 25 minutes from start to finish and are oh so tasty!
• Grilled Green Beans Foil Packets only use five ingredients that you’ve probably already got on hand.
• No cookout is complete without Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon. This cheesy potato dish covers all of the bases.
• Grilled Cauliflower Steak is a perfect vegetarian or “Meatless Monday” option.
• Bacon Wrapped Grilled Brussels Sprouts have a quick and simple marinade and are quick to grill for the most flavorful side dish!
• Grilled Sweet Potatoes go with just about any main dish.