This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy asparagus. The lemon zest and Parmesan add a great flavour to the asparagus, and grilling them gives them a lovely smoky taste. This dish is simple to make and can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed
- 1 lemon, zested
- 4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 tablespoons of Parmesan, grated
- Salt and pepper
Method
- Preheat your grill to high heat.
- Place the asparagus on a baking tray and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.
- Sprinkle the lemon zest, Parmesan, salt and pepper over the asparagus.
- Place the asparagus on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes, until tender and slightly charred.
- Serve immediately.
Potential changes & improvements
If you want to, you could add some chopped garlic to the asparagus before grilling. You could also swap the Parmesan for another type of cheese, such as feta or goat’s cheese. If you’re looking for a bit of a kick, you could add some chili flakes to the asparagus before grilling.
What other food it works well with
This dish goes well with chicken, fish or steak. It would also be lovely served alongside some roasted potatoes or a green salad.
Common Mistakes
One mistake people often make when grilling asparagus is not to preheat the grill properly. This results in the asparagus not cooking evenly and can cause it to stick to the grill. Another mistake is to not oil the asparagus properly before grilling, which can cause it to dry out.
Nutritional Information
Asparagus is a good source of vitamins A, C and K, as well as folate and fiber. It is also low in calories and fat. This recipe is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Allergens
This recipe contains the following allergens:
- Asparagus
- Olive oil
- Parmesan