Grilled Asparagus with Barbecue Butter the Neelys
Elevate your veggie game with the Neelys' Grilled Asparagus with Barbecue Butter, a smoky and savory side dish that's perfect for any barbecue or weeknight dinner. Tender asparagus spears are lightly seasoned and grilled to perfection, their natural sweetness enhanced by a gentle char. But the real star of the show is the rich barbecue butter—a luxurious blend of melted butter, tangy barbecue sauce, garlic powder, and smoky paprika—that's drizzled over the hot asparagus for a burst of bold flavor in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and garnished with optional fresh parsley, this easy recipe is as effortless as it is delicious. Whether served alongside grilled meats or as a veggie-forward main, this dish is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the grill to medium-high heat or preheat a grill pan on the stove.
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus by snapping or cutting the bottom inch of each stalk.
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the barbecue sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the asparagus on the hot grill grates or grill pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the asparagus is tender with slight grill marks.
Transfer the grilled asparagus to a serving platter and drizzle with the prepared barbecue butter while the asparagus is still warm.
Optional: Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for garnish before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 272 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
