How To Cook Asparagus
Learn how to cook asparagus 3 ways with this simple step-by-step guide. Whether you want to grill asparagus, roast asparagus, or cook it on the stove, this blog post will teach you how! Using these easy tested and perfected methods will give you delicious cooked asparagus every time. Asparagus is delicious in salads, eggs, buddha bowls, pasta, flatbreads, and more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
How to grill asparagus
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat, between 350-400°F.
- Cut the tough, woody ends off of the asparagus.
- Toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Place on the grill for 5-7 minutes, rotating throughout the cooking process.
- Remove the asparagus from the grill and serve it as a side dish, or part of an entree.
How to bake asparagus
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Cut the ends off of the asparagus.
- Toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Spread the asparagus spears out in a single layer, with a little space between each one, on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes for thin asparagus, or 15 minutes for thicker asparagus.
How to cook asparagus on the stove
- Place a large skillet on the stove over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Cut the ends off of the asparagus, then cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. When the oil in the skillet is hot, add the asparagus, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Optional: add 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic to the skillet at the end, toss everything together, then turn off the heat and serve the asparagus.
Notes
- For optional toppings and seasoning ideas, refer to the blog post above.
- Store leftover cooked asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. I recommend reheating the leftovers on the stove for the best texture. Dice up the cooked asparagus and add it to a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated throughout.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 217kcal (11%)Carbohydrates 18g (6%)Protein 10g (20%)Fat 15g (23%)Saturated Fat 2g (10%)Polyunsaturated Fat 2gMonounsaturated Fat 10gSodium 1172mg (49%)Potassium 930mg (27%)Fiber 10g (40%)Sugar 9g (10%)Vitamin A 3435mg (69%)Vitamin C 25mg (30%)Calcium 114mg (11%)Iron 10mg (56%)
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