GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH BLACK PEPPER DRESSING
SERVES 4 SIDE PORTIONS
2 oz. (57g) green asparagus
FOR THE DRESSING
3 sprigs mint
1/2 cup (60 ml) olive oil Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp. coarsely ground black pepper
NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: 237kcal
Fat: 25.4g (3.7g S.Fat)
Carbs: 5.3g
Protein: 1.2g
Sugar: 0.8g
Sodium: 5mg
METHOD
Remove the woody ends of the asparagus spears and clean them.
To make the dressing, chop the mint leaves and combine them with the remaining ingredients.
Marinate the asparagus in the dressing for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Grill the asparagus for 4 to 6 minutes over direct heat, turning occasionally.
To make the dressing, chop the mint leaves and combine them with the remaining ingredients.
Marinate the asparagus in the dressing for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Grill the asparagus for 4 to 6 minutes over direct heat, turning occasionally.
RECIPE NOTES
The grilled asparagus is also delicious when seasoned with Sichuan peppercorns and drizzled with toasted sesame oil.
