Grilled Asparagus with Peppercorn Vinaigrette
Elevate your side dish game with this Grilled Asparagus with Peppercorn Vinaigrette recipe! Perfectly charred, tender asparagus spears are drizzled with a zesty vinaigrette made from coarsely crushed black peppercorns, tangy red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. The addition of fresh lemon zest and minced garlic creates an irresistible balance of flavors, making this dish a show-stopping accompaniment. Quick to prepare in just 16 minutes, this vibrant, gluten-free recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or elegant appetizer spreads. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a healthy, refreshingly flavorful highlight to your meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoons honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or prepare a grill pan over medium-high heat on the stovetop.
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears (about 1-2 inches) and rinse thoroughly under cold water.
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil with the salt. Toss the asparagus spears in this mixture until evenly coated.
Place the asparagus on the preheated grill in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.
To prepare the peppercorn vinaigrette, crush the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or the back of a knife until coarsely ground.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Slowly drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil while whisking constantly until emulsified.
Stir the crushed peppercorns and lemon zest into the vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Arrange the grilled asparagus on a serving platter. Drizzle the peppercorn vinaigrette over the top, ensuring even coating.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 243 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.
