16-Min Caesar Grilled Asparagus Side Dish
Grilled asparagus with a classic Caesar dressing. This side dish is quick and easy. It pairs well with grilled meats or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade, no anchovies)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the asparagus directly on the grill grates.
- Grill for 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred.
- Transfer the grilled asparagus to a serving platter.
- Drizzle with Caesar dressing and lemon juice.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a dairy-free Caesar dressing and omit Parmesan or use a vegan substitute.
- Do not overcook the asparagus. It should be crisp-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg