Description
This Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Feta is a quick and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired side dish that comes together in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus (trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 clove garlic (minced, optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Trim the woody ends from the asparagus by snapping or cutting off about 1–2 inches from the bottom.
- Place the asparagus on a large tray. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and minced garlic if using.
- Place the asparagus perpendicular to the grill grates or in a grill basket. Grill for 6–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp with light char marks.
- Remove from the grill and immediately sprinkle with lemon zest and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains.
- Ideal for spring and summer meals.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Grilled Asparagus, Lemon, Feta, Side Dish, Mediterranean