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burning spears

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Kathleen Bunting
Swanton, VT

Easter coming up soon and something to do different with Asparagus than standing them up in a pot of steaming water. Plus this gives us that extra green veggie we need on our weight watch : )

(1 rating)
yield 4 SERVINGS Calories 116 = about 30 calories per servings : )
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min

Ingredients For burning spears

  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 tsp
    minced garlic
  • 3/4 tsp
    red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 1 lb
    large asparagus,woody ends trimmed
  • vegetable oil for the grill
  • 1 tsp
    fresh lemon juice

How To Make burning spears

  • 1
    Prepare a medium fire in a charcoal grill,or preheat a gas or electric grill to medium.
  • 2
    In shallow baking dish,combine the oil,garlic,pepper flakes,and salt. Toss the asparagus in the seasoned oil to coat evenly.
  • 3
    Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Place the asparagus on the grate single layer. Grill,turning every 2 to 3 minutes,until grill-marked and tender,10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate,sprinkle with the lemon juice,and serve.
  • 4
    Calories 116;Total Fat:12g; Fiber:2g; Protein:3g Cholesterol:0mg;

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