Grilled Asparagus In Foil (Easy & Foolproof)
Say goodbye to asparagus falling through the grill grates! These asparagus foil packets are the ultimate cleanup-free side dish. By cooking them in foil, you lock in moisture and flavor, creating a vibrant spring staple that’s ready in minutes. Naturally gluten-free and delicious with any meat or seafood.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 99kcal
Equipment
Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 (1 lb) bundle of asparagus divided
- 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano freshly grated, for serving
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Flaky sea salt for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus. Preheat a grill to 400-425°F (205-220°C). Use a sharp knife to cut off 1½-2-inches from the bottom of each asparagus stalk. These are woody, hard, and tough to chew. Discard.
- Season the asparagus. Place trimmed asparagus on a large piece of aluminum foil. You might have to do this in two batches depending on the size of the asparagus bundle. Try not to have more than two asparagus stacked on top of each other or it won't cook evenly. Drizzle the asparagus with 2 Tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp Kosher salt, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.
- Wrap in foil. Pull up the sides of the aluminum foil, then fold tightly to create and seal the asparagus into a wrapped packet.
- Grill the asparagus. Place each packet on a preheated grill, then cook for 4-6 minutes per side. Remove carefully, then rest for a few minutes. See note below.
- Garnish then serve. Carefully open each packet (watch out for the steam!), then finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon, grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, and a sprinkling of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Thin asparagus cooks faster—about 4 minutes per side.
- Choose firm stalks with tight, fresh-looking tips; avoid any that feel soft or mushy.
- Trim off the woody ends (about 1½–2-inches) before cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 455mg | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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