How to Make Grilled Sesame Asparagus
This simple asparagus recipe gets a double-dose of sesame flavor by first tossing the asparagus with toasted sesame oil, then finishing them with toasted sesame seeds. Toss these on the grill with this Grilled Honey-Lime Chicken, or any protein of your choosing. Grilling imparts a delicious, natural smokiness, but you could also roast the asparagus in the oven. When buying asparagus for grilling, look for thicker spears—these will be easier to handle on the grill.
5 min prep time
8 min cook time
2servings
about 12 spears
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan.
- Add the asparagus spears and oil into a 9 × 13-inch dish. Toss with tongs to coat.
- Grill the asparagus (in batches, if necessary) over direct medium-high heat until just cooked through and lightly browned, about 6–8 minutes total, rotating only as needed.
- Remove spears from the grill and place back into the dish, sprinkle with the salt and sesame seeds, and serve.
Nutrition facts
2 Servings
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Serving Size
about 12 spears
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Amount per serving
Calories
70
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
5g
6%-
Saturated Fat
0.7g
4% -
Trans Fats
0g
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
0mg
0% -
Sodium
150mg
7% -
Total Carbohydrate
6g
2%-
Dietary Fiber
3g
11% -
Total Sugars
3g
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Added Sugars
0g
0%
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
3g
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Potassium
290mg
6%
Ingredients
asparagus (ends trimmed)
12 oz (about 24 spears)
toasted sesame oil
2 tsp
salt
1/8 tsp
sesame seeds
1/2 tsp