Can you grill asparagus in foil?

Grilling asparagus in a foil packet defeats the purpose of grilling and I don't recommend it. The foil traps the steam as the asparagus cooks and will inhibit any browning. The asparagus will be overcooked by the time it browns.

Why is my asparagus stringy?

It is likely that it is overcooked. Try cooking it for a shorter time next time. Also double check that you are snapping off enough of the tough end of the stalk.

Can you grill asparagus in the oven?

Grilling is a single-sided heat source, so you can approximate heat from a grill by using the broiler and essentially "grilling" the asparagus from the top down. Make sure to use a broiler pan though so that the asparagus doesn't steam too much. You want the moisture to be kept away so that it browns before the asparagus softens too much. Broiling times vary widely depending on your oven, so keep an eye on it. Test if it is tender frequently!

Store leftover grilled asparagus in an air-tight container for up to three days.

Leftovers and Reheating

We do not recommend reheating leftover grilled asparagus as it becomes overcooked and mushy. Instead, enjoy it chilled with a little vinaigrette or on a salad or in a buddha bowl.

Can you use a stovetop grill pan indoors for grilled asparagus?

Yes! Indoor stovetop grill pans are not as hot as gas or charcoal grills so it is important to look for crisp tender texture to guide when your asparagus is done, not so much the timing! It may take 5 or 6 minutes per side on your stove. That is normal. You also may not get noticeable char marks and smoky flavor the way you would on an outdoor grill.

The Best Way to Grill Asparagus!

Name: Simple Grilled Asparagus Recipe with Lemon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds asparagus, woody ends snapped off; 1 tablespoon organic canola oil or avocado oil; ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper to taste; ½ lemon, optional

Description

This Easy Grilled Asparagus with lemon is the perfect way to use asparagus this spring! Asparagus cooked on the grill takes 15 minutes and is deliciously smoky with a little bit of char!

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds asparagus, woody ends snapped off

1 tablespoon organic canola oil or avocado oil

1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt

Freshly ground pepper to taste

1/2 lemon, optional

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Instructions

Preheat grill to high heat. If using grill pan add to the grill grates to preheat.
Toss the asparagus with the oil, salt and pepper to coat.
Lay the asparagus spears on the grill grate (crosswise) or on the grill pan. Grill until browned on the bottom, 1 to 3 minutes. Turn over by rolling with tongs and let cook on a second side until tender, 1 to 3 minutes. Transfer the asparagus to a platter and squeeze lemon over it, if using.

Notes

Grilling Tips

Make sure to completely preheat the grill and the vegetable grilling basket if using.

Spread the asparagus out in a single layer across the grill grates, or on the grill pan or grill basket. They should be in an even layer, with space around them so that the heat can come between each spear.

Let them grill for about 1 minute for thinner spears or up to 3 for thick asparagus stalks. (Charcoal grills will be hotter than gas grills.) The bottoms will brown nicely and the tips will start to darken, and may look a little dried or charred.

Flip them, with grilling tongs, or roll them on the grill grate so that that the other side can cook.

As you turn them, take note of the texture and “bendiness” of the spears. If they are already pliable, they will not need much time at all on the second side. If they are still stiff, you can grill them for about as long as the first side. Look for browning, but don’t let the tops burn.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: SIde Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 batch about 4 spears
Calories: 52 calories
Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 3 g