Side Dish: Italy – Asparagi Grigliati con Limone e Parmigiano (Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan)
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Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Ingredients
1 lb / 450 g asparagus, woody ends trimmed 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil Salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 lemon, zest and wedges 1 / 4 cup (25 g) grated or shaved Parmesan
Instructions
1. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. 2. Grill over medium-high heat or broil for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly charred. 3. Transfer to platter, grate lemon zest over, squeeze lemon wedges, and sprinkle with Parmesan. 4. Serve immediately.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 4
Calories: 113 kcal
Carbohydrates: 6.6 g
Protein: 4.4 g
Fat: 8.7 g
Saturated fat: 1.9 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg
Fiber: 2.8 g
Sugar: 2.5 g
Sodium: 115 mg
Potassium: 259 mg
Calcium: 84 mg
Iron: 2.56 mg
Vitamin A: 59 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 14 mg
Vitamin D: 0 µg
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:37+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.