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Grilled Marinated Asparagus with Gremolata

Course Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh asparagus trimmed
  • 1 T. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 T. balsamic vinegar
  • 1½ t. Mediterranean-spiced sea salt*
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 whole lemons cut in half
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese to serve (optional)
  • Gremolata:
  • ¼ c. fresh parsley leaves washed, dried thoroughly, and finely chopped
  • 1 t. organic lemon zest
  • 2 t. preserved lemon rind rinsed and finely chopped
  • 1 large clove garlic grated
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place asparagus in a wide, shallow bowl and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with Mediterranean-spiced sea salt and black pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine and set aside for 15-20 minutes to marinade.
  2. Prepare the gremolata by combining all ingredients is a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and set aside.
  3. Spray grill grates with non-stick cooking spray and preheat grill to medium-high. Place asparagus and lemon halves over direct heat and grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are crisp tender.
  4. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Top with gremolata and serve immediately with grilled lemons for squeezing and shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*Mediterranean-spiced sea salt - Amazon link: https://amzn.to/2NsBdT4