Grilled Asparagus with Peppercorn Vinaigrette

Elevate your side dish game with this Grilled Asparagus with Peppercorn Vinaigrette recipe! Perfectly charred, tender asparagus spears are drizzled with a zesty vinaigrette made from coarsely crushed black peppercorns, tangy red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. The addition of fresh lemon zest and minced garlic creates an irresistible balance of flavors, making this dish a show-stopping accompaniment. Quick to prepare in just 16 minutes, this vibrant, gluten-free recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or elegant appetizer spreads. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a healthy, refreshingly flavorful highlight to your meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:6 mins

Total Time:16 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus spears
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoons honey
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or prepare a grill pan over medium-high heat on the stovetop.

Step 2

Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears (about 1-2 inches) and rinse thoroughly under cold water.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil with the salt. Toss the asparagus spears in this mixture until evenly coated.

Step 4

Place the asparagus on the preheated grill in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.

Step 5

To prepare the peppercorn vinaigrette, crush the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or the back of a knife until coarsely ground.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Slowly drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil while whisking constantly until emulsified.

Step 7

Stir the crushed peppercorns and lemon zest into the vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Arrange the grilled asparagus on a serving platter. Drizzle the peppercorn vinaigrette over the top, ensuring even coating.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(539.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	506.2

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1297.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 11.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126.9mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 969.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.1%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 18.5%