**Grilled Asparagus with Mozzarella: A Delightful Summer Treat**
As the summer sun shines brightly, it's time to embrace the flavors of the season with a delightful dish that combines the best of fresh produce and savory ingredients. Grilled asparagus with mozzarella is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. This delectable dish features tender asparagus spears grilled to perfection, complemented by the creamy richness of melted mozzarella cheese. Drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze and sprinkled with a hint of aromatic herbs, grilled asparagus with mozzarella is a culinary masterpiece that is both visually appealing and incredibly delicious. Its simplicity allows the natural flavors of the asparagus and mozzarella to shine through, creating a harmonious balance of tastes. Whether served as a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or an elegant appetizer, grilled asparagus with mozzarella is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and embark on a delightful culinary journey with this irresistible summer treat.
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
GRILLED ASPARAGUS IN FOIL
This recipe for grilled asparagus in foil is tender fresh asparagus stalks cooked in foil packets with butter, seasonings and herbs. Throw these foil packs on the grill or bake in the oven for an easy side dish!
Provided by Sara Welch
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium high heat or an oven to 425 degrees F.
- Coat 4 large squares of foil with cooking spray.
- Divide the asparagus stalks evenly among the squares of foil.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper evenly over the asparagus stalks.
- Place 2 teaspoons of butter in each asparagus packet.
- Fold the foil over the asparagus, sealing completely on all sides.
- Grill the asparagus packs for 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Alternatively, you can bake the asparagus for 15 minutes.
- Open the foil packets carefully, then gently stir to make sure all the asparagus is coated with the butter and seasonings.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve, with lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 364 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
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
GRILLED ASPARAGUS PIZZAS
Tired of pepperoni pizza? When we have the grill going, we like to make this recipe. The chewy from-scratch crust is topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, asparagus and ham. We love pizza and when it's made on the grill, it's even better. -M. Woods Springfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, yeast, thyme, salt and sugar. Add water; beat until blended. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Brush asparagus with oil; sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper. Grill asparagus, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until tender, turning every 2 minutes. Cut into 1-inch pieces., Punch the dough down. Turn onto a floured surface; divide into eight portions. Roll each portion into a 6-in. circle. Place dough directly on grill. , Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until bubbles form on top. Place toasted side up on two ungreased baking sheets. Top with pizza sauce, asparagus, ham and cheese. Cover and grill 2-3 minutes longer or until bottom of crust is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
ASPARAGUS MOZZARELLA SALAD
This refreshing dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues or any other warm-weather gathering. Toss leftovers with pasta. -Lisa Gibbs, Muskegon, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 15 servings (2/3 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of 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 the cheese, tomatoes, onion and basil., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, mustard and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Drizzle with lemon juice. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
SIMPLE GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Simple Grilled Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Vegetable
Time 4m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Coat asparagus with oil.
- Grill about 3 minutes.
- Season and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.4, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 2.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 2.5
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus spears for best results.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the woody ends.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the asparagus.
- Brush the asparagus spears with olive oil to prevent them from sticking to the grill grates.
- Cook the asparagus spears for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove the asparagus spears from the grill and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Top the asparagus spears with mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Serve the asparagus spears immediately.
Conclusion:
Grilled asparagus with mozzarella is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus is tender and slightly charred, while the mozzarella cheese is melted and gooey. The cherry tomatoes add a pop of sweetness and color. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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