The Best Grilled Asparagus with Citrus Glaze 

Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD

| 1 min read

glazed asparagus
As many people start pulling out their grills in the springtime – it’s important to save a spot for the vegetables. Greet grill season with this asparagus recipe that pairs well with citrus glazed salmon or marinated and grilled chicken. The glaze features fresh citrus and a hint of honey that allows for caramelization and beautiful color to form on the asparagus as it hit the flames. This side dish serves 3-4 people.
Serving Amount
Ingredients
  • 113 bunch asparagus, washed and trimmed

  • 4 tbsp olive oil

  • 13 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)

  • 113 tbsp honey

  • 113 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

  • 513 cloves garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
  • Step 1

    Heat the grill and prepare the grates with spray oil. 

  • Step 2

    In a bowl, make the citrus glaze – whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, salt and pepper.  

  • Step 3

    In a bowl or on a tray, add asparagus and toss with enough to coat of the glaze, saving the rest for after grilling. 

  • Step 4

    Grill the asparagus until tender, flipping after lightly charred with grill marks.  

  • Step 5

    Take the asparagus off the grill and add to serving plate. Brush with the rest of the glaze. 

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