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Grilled Asparagus With Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette – easy springtime recipe, ready in 30 minutes.
Since it is officially Spring, even though April is generally a cold month around here, I think it is time for some grilled asparagus.
Did I ever tell you that I prefer my asparagus grilled? Of course, I can have them steamed or baked, but I just love the charred outside and crunchy inside of grilled asparagus. While you do need to watch the cooking time when grilling your asparagus, this extra time is totally worth it.
Tips to make grilled asparagus:
- For grilling – I prefer thick asparagus. It is more difficult to over cook them, when they are thick and they also absorb more flavor.
- You can always double the amount of asparagus in the recipe and use the left overs for salads.
- Paired with light flavorful Dijon mustard vinaigrette these asparagus taste amazing!
These are perfect for a side dish, for brunch or a family gathering.
Benefits of asparagus:
- Asparagus are a great source of vitamins K, B2, C and also dietary fiber. I remember being scared to try them as a child, because of their weird look?! I know, that’s crazy! They’ve turned into one of my favorite vegetables since then.
What to serve grilled asparagus with:
- I added soft boiled eggs to this dish, but they are totally optional.
Grilled Asparagus With Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 1 pound thick asparagus, , peeled and ends trimmed
- olive oil spray, (if concerned about using olive oil for grilled veggies, use grapeseed oil or any vegetable oil)
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette:
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp Bragg's Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 small shallot, , chopped (or 1/2 small red onion, chopped)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
For the asparagus:
- Preheat gas grill to 400 F (medium heat).
- Spray asparagus with olive oil (other oil of your choice), season with salt and pepper. Grill asparagus for 4-5 minutes, turning once, until they are tender. Grilling time may vary, keep an eye on the grill.
For the Dijon mustard vinaigrette:
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl (jar). Taste and adjust the taste if needed. If the vinaigrette is too tart, you cal always add a pinch of sugar to it.
To serve:
- Serve asparagus on a plate with the vinaigrette. Make soft boiled eggs to accompany the dish, if you'd like. You can use this recipe.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Asparagus is my absolute favorite vegetable! Love that you grilled it!! That dijon mustard vinaigrette sounds perfect along with the asparagus. Can’t wait to try it!!
Asparagus is one of my fave veggies too, Mira, and I love your way of cooking it. I usually pan fry it which I think probably makes it taste similar.
The dressing sounds wonderful – I’ve never eaten my asparagus like this, but I think it might be time to start!
Thanks Helen! Hope you try these 🙂
I’ve never tried grilled asparagus before, but now I feel like I should! It looks so perfect, Mira!
I LOVE asparagus season – I seriously can’t get enough! And that dijon mustard vinaigrette sounds amazing, on any and all veggies!
Looks so delicious! Can’t get enough of asparagus 😀 and the mustard sauce sounds delicious!
My husband and I are huge fans of grilled and roasted asparagus. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at the Over the Moon Link Party.
Thanks for the suggestion I like the look of grilled asparagus it’s on my menu tonight with mahi mahi