This recipe for grilled asparagus is simple but full of flavour. The asparagus is first grilled, then topped with a zesty lemon-parmesan gremolata. The gremolata can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. This recipe is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper
Method
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Drizzle asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes, until tender and slightly charred.
- In a small bowl, mix together lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spoon gremolata over grilled asparagus.
Description of the food
The asparagus is first grilled, then topped with a zesty lemon-parmesan gremolata. The gremolata can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. This recipe is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Potential changes & improvements
If you are not a fan of asparagus, you could try this recipe with green beans or broccoli. The gremolata would also work well with grilled chicken or fish.
What other food it works well with
The gremolata would also work well with grilled chicken or fish.
Common Mistakes
Be sure to grill the asparagus for the correct amount of time – you don’t want it to be too soft or too crisp.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 100
Allergens
This recipe is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.