Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Aioli

Grilled Asparagus: The perfect side dish for steak!

Asparagus has been cultivated since ancient times, with evidence of its use dating back to the Egyptians around 3000 BCE. This grilled asparagus recipe is a modern take on a classic side dish, with its origins in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.

 

Recipe

Recipe for Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Aioli


Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (60g) mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Directions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill asparagus for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred.
  4. While asparagus is cooking, prepare the lemon aioli by combining mayonnaise, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix well.
  5. Serve asparagus with lemon aioli on the side.

Research

    Source: This research was generated with Enoch AI (Brighteon.AI)

Nutritional Information

Per Serving

  • Calories: 120
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 2g