Tantalize your taste buds with Bucks Italian Grilled Asparagus, a culinary masterpiece that combines the flavors of Italy with the freshness of spring asparagus. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, sure to impress even the most discerning palate. Grilled to perfection, the asparagus spears retain their crispness while developing a slight char, infusing them with a smoky aroma. Generously brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Italian herbs, each bite bursts with vibrant flavors. Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness and umami, while pine nuts provide a delightful crunch. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course, Bucks Italian Grilled Asparagus is a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Italy.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic Bucks Italian Grilled Asparagus:** This traditional recipe showcases the simplicity and elegance of grilled asparagus, marinated in a classic Italian dressing and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
2. **Tuscan Grilled Asparagus with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil:** Inspired by the rustic flavors of Tuscany, this recipe incorporates sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and a balsamic glaze for a tangy and aromatic twist.
3. **Grilled Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter:** This refreshing recipe features a luscious lemon-herb butter that melts over the grilled asparagus, infusing it with a burst of citrusy goodness.
4. **Grilled Asparagus with Prosciutto and Goat Cheese:** Indulge in the luxurious combination of salty prosciutto, creamy goat cheese, and grilled asparagus in this gourmet recipe.
5. **Grilled Asparagus with Roasted Red Peppers and Feta:** Explore the vibrant flavors of roasted red peppers, crumbled feta cheese, and a touch of oregano in this Mediterranean-inspired recipe.
GRILLED PARMESAN GARLIC ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- Prepare asparagus and trim the bottoms.
- Lay the asparagus in the pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss in the olive oil.
- Lay the asparagus on the grill or grill plate in a row. Grill for 5-10 minutes over medium high heat until they have char marks and are fork tender. Remove asparagus and place back in the pan. Toss with garlic and parmesan cheese. Serve.
- *You can also grill the asparagus in foil if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize -1 g, Calories 80 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 58 mg, Sugar 1 g
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Tender and sweet, grilled asparagus is the perfect healthy 15-minute side dish for any meal. Use thicker asparagus spears for easy grilling.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Side Dish
Time 9m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 350° to 400°F, and brush the grill grates clean.
- Remove the woody ends of the asparagus by snapping the ends off. Bend each stalk gently about 2/3 of the way down the stalk until it naturally breaks where the woody part begins. If desired, use a knife to trim the ends of the stalks to tidy up the cuts. Discard the ends.
- Place the asparagus spears in a shallow bowl or on a platter or baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss the spears with your hands to coat. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and toss again.
- Place the asparagus across the grill grates perpendicular to the bars. Grill with the lid closed for 6 to 10 minutes or until the spears are tender and crisp. Use tongs to roll the spears for even grill marks.
- Transfer to a platter and if desired, drizzle with more olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 584 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FIVE-INGREDIENT GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH PECORINO AND PINE NUTS
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Place a cooling rack upside down on the grill.
- Toss the asparagus with 1/3 cup of the olive oil and some salt and pepper. Grill the asparagus, turning often to ensure even charring, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Pecorino-Romano, lemon zest and juice and some salt and pepper to a bowl and mix to combine. Slowly whisk in the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil to form an emulsion.
- Arrange the asparagus on a serving plater. Drizzle with the dressing and garnish with the pine nuts and more Pecorino.
THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS
We found that the best way to grill asparagus is to lay it right on the grill grates at an angle--no foil packet or grilling basket necessary. We jazzed ours up with tangy, creamy feta and fresh mint. To get a good char, be sure to use medium-sized asparagus -- no pencil-thin stalks here!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for medium heat. Chop the tough, woody ends off the asparagus (about 1 inch) and peel another inch of the stalks.
- Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Add the asparagus and toss until well coated.
- Put the asparagus on the grill at an angle so the stalks don't fall through the grates. Grill, flipping halfway through cooking, until the asparagus begin to char, the pointy ends start to crisp and the stalks are just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to a platter and sprinkle with the feta and mint.
GRILLED BACON WRAPPED ITALIAN ASPARAGUS
Anything is better with bacon, right! This will get everyone excited while you make these outside on the grill. Great with Grilled Steaks or Chicken.
Provided by ajraz1zaar
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 12 Bacon wrapped spears, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- PREP.
- Wash then cut the asparagus stalks down a bit (usually 1-2 inches) to remove the tougher parts.
- Put the asparagus into a large ziploc bag and pour the Zesty Italian Dressing over the asparagus. Make sure all of the spears are going the same way. This will make it easier to mix around in the sauce.
- After mincing the garlic (bottled minced garlic works too), put it all onto the asparagus in the bag.
- Roll the dressing and garlic around in the bag and leave in the fridge for at least two hours to 4 hours, longer will let the flavor really get into the asparagus.
- After marinating is done, pull the asparagus out and wrap, the long way, with a bacon strip. Use a toothpick on the top and bottom of the asparagus to keep it on during cooking.
- Drop a couple pinches of pepper to taste on the wrapped spears.
- COOKING - Times depend on thickness of the Asparagus Spear and Bacon.
- With the temp around 350 for 3 to 4 minutes.Cover closed.
- Turn each spear over and resume grilling for another 4 minutes. Closed.
- Move the spears to the top rack and resume cooking for another three to four minutes. Again, with the cover closed.
- SERVING.
- Put it on a plate and eat with your favorite main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.9, Fat 55.7, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 46.2, Sodium 2030.5, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 7.9, Protein 9.3
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
The special thing about this recipe is that it's so simple. Fresh asparagus with a little oil, salt, and pepper is cooked quickly over high heat on the grill. Enjoy the natural flavor of your veggies.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 18m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat grill for high heat.
- Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, or to desired tenderness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
ASPARAGUS WITH GREMOLATA, LEMON AND OLIVE OIL
This healthy, easy dish is a classic way to serve asparagus in the Italian region of Lombardy - and it only takes a few minutes to put together.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish
Time 5m
Yield Serves six
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Once you have finely chopped the garlic, parsley and lemon zest, chop them together on a cutting board until well combined. (This mixture is the gremolata.) Transfer to a bowl. Warm a serving platter.
- Steam or boil the asparagus in salted water until tender, four to five minutes. Remove from the heat, and toss with the gremolata. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix together the lemon juice and olive oil, and drizzle over the asparagus. Serve hot or warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 384 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH CAPER SALSA
Caprino fresco is a soft, tangy Italian goat cheese, and here, it lends a deep creaminess to a caper salsa that is draped over grilled asparagus. The recipe, from the chef Yotam Ottolenghi, is quickly prepared. Bread may be needed to sop up the rest of the salsa. (If caprino fresco isn't available, try another soft goat cheese, like chèvre.)
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 25m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a medium-size pot with cold water, and place it over high heat. When the water boils, add the asparagus, and blanch for 1 minute. Drain the asparagus, and rinse it immediately under cold water. Drain the asparagus again and place in a medium bowl, with 1 tablespoon of the oil, a pinch of salt and a generous grind of black pepper. Mix gently, and set aside.
- Light a charcoal or gas grill, or place a grill pan on the stove over high heat. Once it is hot, add the asparagus in batches, and grill for approximately 2 to 3 minutes, turning a few times, until the spears are lightly charred. Transfer to a large platter with all the tips facing in one direction.
- Meanwhile, make the salsa. Mix together the capers with the remaining tablespoon of oil, the lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic and parsley. Add the goat cheese to the mixture, stir gently and spoon over the asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 109, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 356 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
GRILLED BACON-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
Enjoy this delicious and paleo/Whole30® side dish at your next summer barbecue!
Provided by Diana71
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a large bowl. Pour olive oil over spears and coat each one. Wrap 2 to 3 spears with 1 slice of bacon. Repeat with remaining asparagus and bacon.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill asparagus until bacon is crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Season with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 320.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
BUCK'S ITALIAN-GRILLED ASPARAGUS
This cheesy Italian-style asparagus basically made people respect me as a chef. The best asparagus dish out there.
Provided by Buck
Categories Asparagus Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat; place asparagus spears in the skillet.
- When asparagus starts to sizzle slightly, drizzle in the hot pepper sauce and add almonds, Italian seasoning, and onion to the skillet.
- Move the asparagus around in the skillet with a spoon to expose almonds and onion to the butter and oil; cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese and heat until cheese melts, about 5 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 28.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 303.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus. Look for asparagus that is bright green and has tight, closed tips. Avoid asparagus that is limp or has brown or yellow spots.
- Trim the asparagus. Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by snapping them off or by using a sharp knife.
- Grill the asparagus over medium heat. This will help to prevent the asparagus from burning.
- Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp. You can test the asparagus by piercing it with a fork. If the fork goes through easily, the asparagus is done.
- Season the asparagus with salt, pepper, and olive oil. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or lemon zest.
- Serve the asparagus immediately. Asparagus is best when it is fresh and hot off the grill.
Conclusion:
Grilled asparagus is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its vibrant green color and slightly charred flavor, grilled asparagus is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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