# **Grilled Asparagus and Bell Pepper: A Delightful Medley of Colorful Flavors:**
Indulge in the vibrant symphony of flavors that grilled asparagus and bell peppers bring to your plate. This delectable dish, bursting with freshness and smoky aromas, is a delightful treat for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.
Savory grilled asparagus, with its tender-crisp texture and slightly sweet flavor, pairs perfectly with the vibrant bell peppers. The bell peppers, boasting a delightful crunch and a sweet-smoky taste, add a pop of color and a burst of flavor to the dish.
The versatile nature of grilled asparagus and bell peppers makes them a welcome addition to any meal. Serve them as a refreshing appetizer or a delectable side dish to grilled meats, fish, or tofu. They can also be incorporated into salads, sandwiches, and pasta dishes, adding a layer of smoky goodness and vibrant colors.
Whether you're firing up the grill for a backyard barbecue or seeking a healthy and flavorful weeknight meal, grilled asparagus and bell peppers are an easy and delicious choice. Let's dive into the recipes and discover how to create this delightful dish.
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
ASPARAGUS, BELL PEPPER AND MOZZARELLA QUESADILLAS
Cheesy quesadillas are stuffed with grilled asparagus and charred bell peppers.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange the asparagus in a microwave-safe dish, cover and microwave on high until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. (If you don?t have a microwave, you can steam the asparagus instead.) Brush asparagus with 1 tablespoon of the oil.
- Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Grill the asparagus, flipping occasionally, until tender and lightly charred, about 5 minutes. Cut asparagus in half crosswise and then slice on the bias into 1-inch pieces. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the peppers and cook, stirring frequently, until tender and slightly charred, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
- Lay a tortilla on a work surface and top evenly with 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Add 1/4 of the asparagus and 1/4 of the peppers. Fold tortilla in half to enclose fillings. Repeat with remaining tortillas and ingredients.
- Melt 1/2 tablespoon of the butter in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook the quesadilla, flipping once, until the cheese is melted and it is golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a cutting board and repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
- Cut into triangles and serve topped with guacamole, salsa, chopped scallions and sour cream.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH RED BELL PEPPERS SAUCE
Original title: Espárragos a la parrilla bañados en salsa Uruguayan recipe posted by Annita Zen Found in http://www.solovegetales.com/ver-receta.php?id=3134#comentarios Instruction for roasted peppers by Rita--Recipe #186317 Posted for ZWT7
Provided by Artandkitchen
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Grill peppers over high heat turning as it browns about 20 minutes, or until the skins darken and blister. Remove the peppers from the grill, and place them in a paper bag. Close the bag by folding over twice. Set the peppers aside to cool. The steaming helps to loosen the skin.
- Take the peppers from the bag and remove the skins, stems, and seeds. If necessary, rinse the peppers to make peeling easier.
- Cut your roasted peppers in pieces and blend them with the other ingredients for the sauce with the food processor.
- Place salsa in a bowl.
- Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
- Arrange 4-8 asparagus spears on a flat surface. Thread 2 (5 cm, 2-inch) skewers horizontally through spears 2-3 cm (1 inch) from each end to form a raft. Repeat procedure with remaining asparagus spears. Amount of skewers and asparagus depends on their size.
- Prepare the other raft until all asparagus are fixed.
- Brush asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill them for about 5 minutes and turn them on the other side for other 5-6 minutes (don't burn them).
- Serve hot with salsa.
- Tip: Prepare salsa with yellow and red peppers in saparate portions. Pop your table!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7, Fat 38, SaturatedFat 5.3, Sodium 39.8, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 7.3, Protein 7
GRILLED ASPARAGUS, RED BELL PEPPER, AND PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS
This is a great stand-alone dish or you can put it over pasta or a salad. Because the veggies stand up to the vinaigrette, you can make it ahead of time.
Provided by FalloonFarm
Categories BBQ & Grilled Vegetables
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine olive oil, vinegar, Dijon, sugar, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette in a small bowl and mix until well combined. Pour in a large resealable bag and add mushrooms, asparagus, and bell pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Line a vegetable pan with aluminum foil and place on the preheated grill. Add vegetables with vinaigrette to the pan on the grill.
- Grill vegetables until desired softness or crunchiness is reached, 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 117.8 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
GRILLED OR OVEN ROASTED BELL PEPPERS AND ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Grilled or Oven Roasted Bell Peppers and Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ARathkamp
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fire up the grill or preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Make butter sauce (or olive oil) by mixing melted butter with red pepper flakes, dried minced onions, and minced garlic.
- Line a cookie sheet with foil.
- Trim asparagus and cut off hard ends.
- Arrange asparagus spears and sliced bell peppers on foil lined cookie sheet.
- Coat vegetables with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
- Dirzzle butter sauce over vegetables. Toss to coat evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until asparagus is just tender, but still crisp.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- Set up grill for direct cooking over medium heat and oil the grates.
- Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet. Add the chopped garlic and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and toss to coat.
- Place on the grill directly or in a grill basket. Grill until just tender and lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS MEDLEY
This colorful veggie recipe happened by accident. One evening , I didn't have room on the grill for all the things I wanted to prepare, so I threw two of the dishes together and came up with this medley. It goes great with any grilled meat. -Pam Gaspers, Hastings, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a disposable foil pan, combine the vegetables, olives and garlic; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley, salt, pepper, lemon-pepper and dill; toss to coat. , Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose thin asparagus spears: Thicker spears tend to be more fibrous and less tender.
- Trim the asparagus properly: Snap off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears.
- Marinate the asparagus and bell peppers: This helps to infuse them with flavor and prevent them from drying out.
- Grill the asparagus and bell peppers over medium-high heat: This will help to create a nice char.
- Don't overcrowd the grill: Leave some space between the asparagus and bell peppers so that they can cook evenly.
- Cook the asparagus and bell peppers until they are tender-crisp: You don't want them to be too soft or mushy.
- Serve the grilled asparagus and bell peppers immediately: They are best enjoyed hot off the grill.
Conclusion:
Grilled asparagus and bell peppers are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a main meal or as a snack. They are also a great way to add some color and variety to your plate. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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