Grilled Asparagus with Saffron Aioli
Elevate your side dish game with this Grilled Asparagus with Saffron Aioli recipe—a stunning combination of smoky, charred asparagus and a luscious homemade saffron-infused aioli. Perfect for spring gatherings or summer barbecues, this dish features tender asparagus spears seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper, then grilled to perfection for a subtly caramelized flavor. The star of the show is the saffron aioli, crafted with egg yolk, garlic, lemon juice, and steeped saffron threads for a bold, golden-hued sauce that’s both creamy and aromatic. Ready in just 25 minutes, this elegant yet simple recipe is perfect as a side, appetizer, or even a light main course. Serve it warm with the saffron aioli drizzled over or on the side for dipping, and prepare to impress your guests with its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 piece egg yolk
- 0.25 teaspoon saffron threads
- 1 tablespoon water
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grilling pan to medium-high heat.
Wash and trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the woody ends.
In a small bowl, combine saffron threads with 1 tablespoon of warm water. Let it steep for 5 minutes to release the flavor and color.
In a food processor or a bowl, combine the egg yolk, grated garlic clove, lemon juice, and the saffron-water mixture. Blend until smooth.
Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while whisking or processing continuously until the mixture emulsifies and becomes thick. Add a pinch of salt to taste and set the saffron aioli aside.
Toss the asparagus with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.
Place the asparagus on the preheated grill and cook for 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have grill marks.
Serve the grilled asparagus warm, drizzled with saffron aioli or with the aioli served on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 486 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 242 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.
