Grilled Asparagus Recipe
Lemon vinaigrette, pangrattato, Grana Padano
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Ingredients
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Asparagus
Lemon Vinaigrette
Pangrattato
Method
Preparing the Asparagus
- 1
Trim the Asparagus
Carefully snap or cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears, about 2 inches from the bottom.
- 2
Season the Asparagus
In a large bowl, toss the asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until they are well coated.
Making the Lemon Vinaigrette
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Preparing the Pangrattato
- 5
- 6
Toast the Breadcrumbs
Stir the mixture frequently for about 5-7 minutes until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Add Cheese and Season
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Grana Padano cheese and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Grilling the Asparagus
- 8
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 9
Serving
- 10
Plate the Asparagus
Transfer the grilled asparagus to a serving platter.
- 11
Drizzle with Vinaigrette
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the asparagus.
- 12
Top with Pangrattato
Sprinkle the toasted pangrattato on top of the asparagus for added crunch and flavor.
- 13
Serve Immediately
Enjoy the grilled asparagus warm, as a side dish or appetizer.
