Paleo Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Paleo Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan! Perfect for clean eating, this quick and easy recipe swaps traditional parmesan for nutrient-rich nutritional yeast, creating a cheesy, umami-packed flavor that's completely dairy-free. Fresh asparagus spears are tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic olive oil marinade, then perfectly charred on the grill for a tender-crisp texture with smoky grill marks. Ready in just 20 minutes, this paleo-friendly, low-carb recipe is a versatile addition to any meal, whether you're hosting a barbecue or seeking a wholesome veggie appetizer. Serve it hot off the grill for a dish that's as healthy as it is indulgent!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium lemon
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Trim off the woody ends by snapping the ends off where they naturally bend.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
Step 4
Juice the lemon, and in a separate bowl, combine the lemon juice with the olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Place the asparagus in a shallow dish and drizzle with the lemon-olive oil mixture. Toss the asparagus to ensure even coating.
Step 6
Grill the asparagus spears directly on the grill grates for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are tender-crisp and have nice grill marks.
Step 7
Remove the asparagus from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
Step 8
Sprinkle the grilled asparagus with nutritional yeast for a cheesy, paleo-friendly flavor substitute for Parmesan.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a delightful paleo side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (564.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 419.0 |
| Total Fat 28.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1185.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 17.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 146.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1251.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories