A side of asparagus tossed with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then quickly grilled, proves that even the simplest recipes can be sophisticated.
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4 servings
Total Time
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Ingredients
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Test Kitchen Tip
To remove the woody root end of asparagus, hold the end between your thumb and forefinger and bend. It will snap where the woody part ends and the juicy part begins.
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium-high Brush grill grate with oil.
Toss asparagus with oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange asparagus crosswise on grill grate; grill, covered, turning often, until tender, 3–4minutes.
Remove asparagus from grill and toss with zest and cheese.
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Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per serving
Calories: 117
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9g 13%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 8mg 2%
Sodium 83mg 3%
% Daily Value*
Carbs 5g 1%
Fiber 2g 8%
Protein 5g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
