Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Caper Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Caper Vinaigrette, a dish that perfectly balances smoky, charred asparagus with a zesty, tangy dressing. Vibrant lemon juice, briny capers, and a hint of honey come together in a silky vinaigrette that elevates the natural sweetness of the asparagus. With just 10 minutes of prep time and quick grilling, this recipe is an ideal side dish for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to outdoor barbecues. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile, healthy, and flavorful vegetable dish that’s guaranteed to impress. Perfect for vegetarians, this easy recipe is bursting with fresh, Mediterranean-inspired flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Asparagus
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Wash and trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends.
In a large bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Place the asparagus on the grill in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are tender and have light grill marks. Remove from the grill and set aside on a serving platter.
To make the vinaigrette, finely mince the garlic and roughly chop the capers.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, and chopped capers until emulsified.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Drizzle the lemon caper vinaigrette over the grilled asparagus.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
125 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.6 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 332 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 5% | |
*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.
