Best 11 Grilled Asparagus And Spring Onions With Lemon Dressing Recipes

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**Grilled Asparagus and Spring Onions with Lemon Dressing: A Delightful Seasonal Treat**

As the days get longer and the weather warms, it's time to fire up the grill and enjoy the bounty of fresh spring produce. This recipe for Grilled Asparagus and Spring Onions with Lemon Dressing is a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the best of the season. The asparagus and spring onions are grilled until tender and slightly charred, then tossed with a bright and tangy lemon dressing. This dish is perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or fish, or it can be served as a light vegetarian main course. With its vibrant flavors and colors, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and make your next barbecue a memorable one.

**Other recipes in the article:**

* **Grilled Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese:** A classic grilled asparagus recipe with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese for a savory touch.
* **Grilled Spring Onions with Bacon:** A smoky and savory side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats.
* **Lemon Dressing:** A versatile dressing made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and herbs. Use it to dress grilled vegetables, salads, or even grilled meats.

With these recipes in your arsenal, you'll be able to create a delicious and memorable grilled meal that celebrates the flavors of spring.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

HOW TO MAKE THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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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

1 pound asparagus (, (choose thick spears))
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
lemon wedges (, if desired)

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

THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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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

1 bunch medium asparagus (about 3/4 pound)
Juice of 1 lemon (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (about 1 ounce)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves

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 ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING



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Although steamed asparagus has an unmatched purity of taste, I love the earthy, charred flavor added by the grill, a flavor that can also be achieved with stove-top pan grilling, which combines high heat and a dry, heavy skillet.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 to 2 pounds large asparagus
Olive oil as needed, about 2 tablespoons
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons minced shallots or scallions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; most spears will break an inch or two from the bottom. Peel the stalks up to the flower bud. Meanwhile, start a charcoal fire or heat a gas grill; if you're cooking indoors, heat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes.
  • To grill the asparagus spears, toss them with about a tablespoon of oil, mixing with your hands until spears are coated. Season well with salt and pepper. Grill until tender and browned in spots, turning once or twice, in all 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To pan grill the asparagus, do not oil or season them. Just toss them in the hot skillet, and cook, turning the spears individually as they brown, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove as they finish, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the lemon juice and shallots, then stir in enough olive oil to add a little body and take the edge off the sharpness of the lemon; the mixture should still be strong. Season it well with salt and plenty of black pepper, and stir in the parsley. Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature with grilled fish. Spoon the sauce over everything.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 600 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

GRILLED ASPARAGUS AND SPRING ONIONS WITH LEMON DRESSING



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Fat asparagus stalks won't fall through the grill grates-and they can char without becoming soft and stringy.

Provided by Dave Muller

Categories     Bon Appétit     Lemon     Lemon Juice     Asparagus     Green Onion/Scallion     Grill     Vegetarian     Vegan     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Side     Spring     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh Meyer lemon juice
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 large bunches thick asparagus, trimmed
2 bunches spring onions, halved if large

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for medium-high. Whisk lemon zest, Meyer lemon zest, lemon juice, Meyer lemon juice, mustard, and 1/4 cup oil in a medium bowl to combine; season dressing with salt and pepper (if you don't have Meyer lemons, use regular lemons in their place).
  • Place asparagus and spring onions on a rimmed baking sheet and lightly drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Grill, turning once, until lightly charred and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Serve drizzled with dressing.

GRILLED LEMON PARMESAN ASPARAGUS



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A quick way to dazzle up your asparagus for grilling. It offers great flavoring with inexpensive items usually found in the home.

Provided by Marianne

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more if needed
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or more if needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill on medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place asparagus in a large shallow bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, going from bottom to top of stalks. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
  • Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over asparagus. Lightly toss to coat each spear.
  • Transfer coated asparagus to the preheated grill with tongs.
  • Grill to desired tenderness, 3 to 7 minutes. Before serving, sprinkle asparagus with additional Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 117.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

GRILLED CORN, ASPARAGUS AND SPRING ONION SALAD



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In this cookout perfect salad, corn, asparagus and spring onions benefit from the deep flavors of the grill. Their outer layers get a rustic char, their full sweetness is released, and they go from raw to cooked while maintaining a crunchy bite. Still warm, they're doused in one of Mexico's most fun ways to dress grilled vegetables or potato chips, an easy-to-eat sauce where umami, citrus and heat converge. The mixture is typically referred to as salsa preparada, meaning you simply mix these sauces together to "prepare" your food. You may wonder if the soy, Worcestershire and Maggi sauces compete, but each has a different character of sazón, which is whisked with plenty of fresh squeezed lime juice and a punch of chile oil. If more heat is desired, you can add a splash of your favorite hot sauce. This salad is great solo as an appetizer, but it is even better served right next to grilled meats.

Provided by Pati Jinich

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 ears fresh corn (preferably white corn), shucked and cleaned
1 bunch asparagus (about 8 ounces), woody ends removed, stalks peeled up to flower bud
1 bunch spring onions or 2 bunches large scallions (about 8 ounces total), trimmed
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (from about 2 limes)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Maggi sauce
1 tablespoon chile oil or hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, plus more to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Lightly brush corn, asparagus and spring onions with vegetable oil. Place them on the grill and spread them out in one layer so they can cook evenly. Flip the vegetables a couple of times until they are charred on all sides but retain a firm bite; asparagus and spring onions should cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness, and corn about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove them from the grill as they are ready, then set aside.
  • While the vegetables grill, combine lime juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire, Maggi, chile oil and salt in a large bowl. Whisk until fully combined. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  • Once vegetables have cooled enough to handle, cut asparagus and spring onions into thirds and add them to the bowl. Shave the kernels from the corn, discarding the cobs, and add kernels to the bowl. Toss to combine with the sauce. Add the halved tomatoes and combine well. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SPRING ONION VINAIGRETTE



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This vinaigrette recipe is courtesy of chef Jimmy Bradley and is used to make his Grilled Asparagus.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 1/2 tablespoons thinly sliced spring onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons thinly sliced lemon zest
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until well combined.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING



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This preparation favors thick spears of asparagus, which become tender and remain moist inside while their exteriors char. Those that weigh an ounce or two each-that is, eight to sixteen per pound are the best. The only difference between thick and pencil asparagus is that thick asparagus must be peeled before cooking to remove the relatively tough skin; use a vegetable peeler or paring knife.

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 to 2 pounds thick asparagus
About 2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons minced shallot or scallion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; most spears will break naturally an inch or two above the bottom. Peel the stalks up to the flower bud. Meanwhile, start a grill or preheat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes.
  • To grill the asparagus, toss them with about 1 tablespoon of the oil, mixing with your hands until they're coated. Season well with salt and pepper to taste. Grill until tender and browned in spots, turning once or twice, a total of 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To pan-grill the asparagus, do not oil or season them. Just toss them in the hot skillet and cook, turning the individual spears as they brown, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove as they finish and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the lemon juice and shallot, then stir in enough olive oil to add a little body and take the edge off the sharpness of the lemon; the mixture should still be quite strong. Season it with salt and plenty of black pepper and stir in the parsley. Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature with grilled or broiled swordfish, monkfish, or other sturdy fish. Spoon the sauce over all.
  • You could serve these grilled asparagus with any of the vinaigrettes on page 304 in lieu of the lemon-shallot-parsley mixture here. If you were serving them as part of an Asian-themed meal, you might swap out the dressing in this recipe for Soy-Ginger Dressing: Combine 1/4 cup soy sauce with 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 2 teaspoons rice or other mild vinegar, and a few drops of sesame oil. Serve over the asparagus.

MY FAVORITE ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large bunches thick asparagus, trimmed
2 red endive, quartered
1 large yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rings
Olive oil, for cooking
Fresh tarragon leaves, optional, for serving

Steps:

  • Set up a grill for even medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, build coals evenly along the bottom.
  • Whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, mustard, horseradish, lemon juice and zest in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Place the asparagus, endive and onions on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Place on the grill and cook, turning once, until tender-crisp and lightly charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Serve drizzled with the dressing and topped with the tarragon leaves, if using.

RADISH ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Lemon zest and mustard in the dressing add the perfect punch to crisp asparagus and crunchy radishes in this fresh spring salad. My family loves it! -Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
7 radishes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Transfer to a large bowl; add radishes and sesame seeds. Place dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH SPRING ONION VINAIGRETTE



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This delicious asparagus is courtesy of chef Jimmy Bradley and goes perfectly with his recipe for Halibut with Grapefruit.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch thin asparagus
Olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Spring Onion Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill pan over high heat.
  • Brush asparagus with olive oil and transfer to grill. Grill asparagus for 1 1/2 minutes; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately drizzled with vinaigrette.

Tips:

  • Choose the right asparagus. Look for asparagus spears that are bright green, firm, and have tight tips. Avoid spears that are limp, wilted, or have yellow or brown spots.
  • Trim the asparagus. Cut off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by snapping them off or using a knife.
  • Blanch the asparagus (optional). Blanching asparagus helps to preserve its color and crispness. To blanch asparagus, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus spears and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Grill the asparagus and spring onions. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Toss the asparagus and spring onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill the vegetables for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
  • Make the lemon dressing. While the vegetables are grilling, make the lemon dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Serve the grilled asparagus and spring onions. Drizzle the lemon dressing over the grilled vegetables and serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Grilled asparagus and spring onions with lemon dressing is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make side dish. This recipe is perfect for summer cookouts and potlucks. The asparagus and spring onions are grilled to perfection and the lemon dressing adds a bright and tangy flavor. You can also enjoy this recipe as a light lunch or dinner.

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