Grilled Jersey Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette

Fresh Jersey asparagus grilled to perfection and drizzled with a bright and flavorful lemon-herb vinaigrette. A light and healthy starter that pairs beautifully with creamy pasta dishes.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

18 minutes

Calories

162

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.85

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Dinner•Dessert•Appetiser

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Ingredients

Servings

1lbJersey Asparagus(Thick or medium stalks)

£6.00

3tbspOlive Oil(Extra virgin)

£0.30

2tbspLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.20

2tbspFresh Parsley(Chopped)

£0.40

1tbspFresh Basil(Chopped)

£0.30

1cloveGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

0.3tspRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for a touch of spice)

£0.05

0.5tspSalt(To taste)

£0.01

0.3tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, to taste)

£0.03

Total Cost

£7.39

£1.85 per serving

The Method

1
Prepare the asparagus: Wash the asparagus and snap off the tough ends. Pat dry.
2
Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
3
Grill the asparagus: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
4
Grill for 5-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Grilling time may vary depending on the thickness of the asparagus.
5
Serve: Arrange the grilled asparagus on a platter and drizzle generously with the lemon-herb vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (125g)

162 kcal / 678 kJ

Carbs

5.5g

2% of RDA

Fat

15.8g

23% of RDA

Protein

2.5g

5% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2.8 g

9% of RDA

Sugar

1.8 g

2% of RDA

Sodium

297 mg

13% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2.2 g

11% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For best results, use Jersey asparagus when in season for its superior flavor and tenderness.

To prevent asparagus from falling through the grill grates, grill them perpendicular to the grates or use a grill basket.

The vinaigrette can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

If you don't have a grill, you can roast the asparagus in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Small Bowl

Whisk

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For best results, use Jersey asparagus when in season for its superior flavor and tenderness.

To prevent asparagus from falling through the grill grates, grill them perpendicular to the grates or use a grill basket.

The vinaigrette can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

If you don't have a grill, you can roast the asparagus in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until tender-crisp.

Grilled Jersey Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette

Ingredients

The Method