Grilled Lemon Butter Asparagus Delight

Ingredients

- 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Grill:
- Light a charcoal grill and allow the coals to get to a medium heat, approximately 375°F, or until you can hold your hand 5 inches above the grill grate for 5 to 6 seconds.

2. Prepare the Asparagus:
- Rinse and trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure they char nicely on the grill.

3. Prepare the Lemon Butter Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to create a silky lemon butter sauce.

4. Coat the Asparagus:
- Place the asparagus spears in a large shallow dish. Pour the lemon butter mixture over the asparagus, tossing the spears gently to ensure each one is well coated.

5. Grill the Asparagus:
- Place the coated asparagus directly on the grill grate. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally using tongs. The asparagus should be tender and slightly charred with grill marks.

6. Serve:
- Remove the grilled asparagus from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining lemon butter mixture over the top for an additional burst of flavor. Serve immediately.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

- PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 170 calories for the entire dish

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