Simple Grilled Asparagus

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Ingredients

  • Vegetable cooking spray
  • 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Coat cold cooking grate of grill with cooking spray, and place on grill. Preheat grill to 350° to 400° (medium-high) heat. Snap off and discard tough ends of asparagus.
  2. Place asparagus in a shallow dish; add oil and 1/4 tsp. salt, and toss well to coat. Grill asparagus 2 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender.
  3. Add pepper and remaining salt. Squeeze juice from lemon over asparagus; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

343 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11g 22% DV
Total Fat 26.4g 34% DV
Carbs 17.3g 6% DV
Fiber 0.5g 2% DV
Sugar 0.8g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9979.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 383.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 19.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 2.1mg 2% DV
Calcium 228.5mg 18% DV
Iron 4.1mg 23% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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