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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Side Dishes » Grilled Asparagus in Foil

    Published: July 15, 2022 / Updated: September 16, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Grilled Asparagus in Foil

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    Grilled Asparagus in Foil is a healthy, delicious summer side dish that goes well with any BBQ, picnic, lunch or dinner!

    white serving plate with grilled asparagus, garlic, and lemon wedge.

    Sunshine and summer days call for dinners al fresco and firing up the grill.

    When the temperatures rise, we love breaking out the grill. Some of our fave main dishes include Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Herbs, Grilled Shrimp Skewers, Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Scallops, and Filipino Pork BBQ Skewers.

    If you're looking for a healthy, delicious summer side dish to go along with any of those mains, you'll love making Grilled Asparagus in Foil!

    Jump to:
    • 🌟 Why you'll love this recipe
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🍽 Serving ideas
    • 🥂 Best wine pairings
    • 🔥More grilled recipes
    • Grilled Asparagus in Foil

    🌟 Why you'll love this recipe

    grilled asparagus with lemon wedges on a white plate and colorful napkin.

    This grilled vegetable recipe is one to love!

    • You just need a few basic ingredients to make this dish.
    • The asparagus cooks up in 10 minutes.
    • It has a lovely balance of savory, acid, and salt.
    • You can customize the herbs to include your favorite flavors.
    • It's easy to double the recipe.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    ingredients in bowls on a checkered tablecloth, to make grilled asparagus in foil.

    Asparagus - I prefer grilling thinner stalks of asparagus, but if you like thicker stalks you can certainly use those. Just be sure to adjust the cook time by a minute or so if you use thicker asparagus stalks. Be sure to trim the thick ends off.

    Herbs - I love using basil and oregano on asparagus. You could also use dill, thyme, rosemary, or even a bit of tarragon.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    1. In a medium bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, herbs, and salt and pepper.

    2. Place a few stalks of asparagus on the middle of each piece of foil.

    3. Brush the asparagus with the butter herb mixture.

    4. Place a few cubes of butter over the asparagus in each piece of foil. Squeeze the juice from one lemon wedge over the asparagus and place the remaining wedge next to the asparagus.

    5. Close the foil packets like an envelope, leaving a small opening to allow the air to circulate.

    6. Grill over medium-high heat for about 9 to 12 minutes, just until the asparagus turns a bright green.

    Serve with additional lemon wedges.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Does asparagus need to be blanched before grilling?

    No. It does not need to be. However, you can blanch your asparagus before grilling if you wish. Some people believe blanching helps asparagus remain crispy during the grilling process.

    How do you know when asparagus is done cooking?

    Asparagus will take on a brighter green color when it's fully cooked. The spear tips will also start to take on some light browning or light char.

    Do I have to trim the ends of asparagus before grilling?

    We highly recommend trimming the ends, since they tend to be tough and woody -- they're not much fun to try to bite into! Trim the lighter-colored, woody asparagus stalks, about one to two inches off the ends, right before the stalks start to be fully green.

    🍽 Serving ideas

    plate with grilled asparagus and lemon next to lemon slices and plate of grilled salmon with lemon and herbs, glass of white wine, forks, all on an aqua checkered tablecloth.

    Grilled asparagus is a healthy and delicious side dish that goes well with so many different main dishes!

    Try serving it with seafood, such as Grilled Salmon with lemon and herbs (as seen in the photo above), Easy Air Fryer Lobster Tails, or Grilled Seafood Boil Foil Packets. Or enjoy a vegetarian meal with Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese or Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto.

    🥂 Best wine pairings

    Grilled asparagus pairs well with Sauvignon Blanc, which tends to have a similar flavor profile as asparagus.

    🔥More grilled recipes

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      Grilled Pineapple Chicken
    • grilled bacon-wrapped scallop skewers with pineapple and parsley
      Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Teriyaki
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    • Simple Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken
      Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken

    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

    grilled asparagus with lemon wedges on a white plate and colorful napkin.

    Grilled Asparagus in Foil

    5 from 6 votes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 10 minutes mins
    Total Time: 15 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    A healthy and delicious grilled vegetable side dish that is ready in minutes!
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 104kcal
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    Equipment

    • Outdoor Grill

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound asparagus stalks, cleaned, trimmed, and patted dry
    • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
    • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
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    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, herbs, and salt and pepper.
    • Place a few stalks of asparagus on the middle of each piece of foil.
    • Brush the asparagus with the butter herb mixture.
    • Place a few cubes of butter over the asparagus in each piece of foil. Squeeze the juice from one lemon wedge over the asparagus and place the wedge next to the asparagus in each foil packet.
    • Close the foil packets like an envelope, leaving a small opening to allow the air to circulate.
    • Grill over medium-high heat for about 9 to 12 minutes, just until the asparagus turns a bright green. Serve with remaining lemon wedges.

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    Notes

    Asparagus: be sure to trim the thick woody ends off the stems of each asparagus stalk.
    Cooking time: check in on the asparagus around the 9 minute mark. Thin asparagus spears will cook faster than thicker asparagus spears.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.04mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Gina Abernathy says

        July 15, 2022 at 10:47 pm

        5 stars
        An easy and delicious side dish. Great flavors and perfect for a weeknight side.

        Reply
      2. Tara says

        July 15, 2022 at 8:45 pm

        5 stars
        Such an easy and delicious way to prepare asparagus! Definitely perfect for summer BBQs and get togethers.

        Reply
      3. Cyndy says

        July 15, 2022 at 7:14 pm

        5 stars
        Made these with rosemary since that is what was in my garden and they were perfect. Paired them with roasted halibut. What a great and easy dinner.

        Reply
      4. Angela says

        July 15, 2022 at 7:00 pm

        5 stars
        Such a great way to cook asparagus! Came out perfect and so easy! Thanks for the recipe.

        Reply
      5. Claudia Lamascolo says

        July 15, 2022 at 6:03 pm

        5 stars
        great combination of flavors we love this method would have never thought to do grilled thanks

        Reply
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