Grilled Asparagus in Foil
An easy summer side dish, Grilled Asparagus in Foil is packed with garlic-y goodness, lemon-y tang and is easy to clean up! Super simple on the grill, in the oven or on your campfire.
Servings: 4
Cost: $8
Equipment
- grill
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus stalks woody ends trimmed
- 8 tablespoons butter cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 lemon sliced
- 12 basil leaves
- 6 whole garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium high heat.
- Place three 16 inch pieces heavy duty foil on a flat surface and form a bowl by crimping the sides up slightly.
- Place the asparagus in the center of the foil and top with the butter, lemon slices, basil, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Fold the foil over the asparagus and seal it completely on all sides.
- Grill the asparagus foil packet for 15 minutes.
- Carefully open the foil packet and check the asparagus for doneness. (It should be firm, yet tender.)
- Sprinkle with cheese, if using, and serve immediately.
Notes
Don’t have a grill? You can make the Asparagus Foil Packets in the oven at 400˚F for 15 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 285mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 981IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 3mg