Grilled Asparagus with Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this Grilled Asparagus with Blood Orange Vinaigrette, a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors. Tender asparagus spears are charred to perfection on the grill, bringing out a delightful smokiness, while a vibrant blood orange vinaigrette infuses the dish with citrusy brightness. Made with freshly squeezed blood orange juice, zest, honey, Dijon mustard, and a touch of red wine vinegar, this vinaigrette is both zesty and velvety smooth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for color and an herby kick, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in under 20 minutes and ideal for spring gatherings, dinner parties, or a fresh weeknight side. Perfect for showcasing seasonal asparagus and bursting with gourmet appeal, this recipe will have your guests asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp blood orange juice
- 1 tsp blood orange zest
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the asparagus and season with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Place the asparagus spears perpendicular to the grates of the grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have distinct grill marks. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together blood orange juice, blood orange zest, honey, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until emulsified.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnish.
Place the grilled asparagus on a serving platter. Drizzle the blood orange vinaigrette generously over the top.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish for a pop of color and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1309 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*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.
