Big steaks and chicken breasts are usually the stars when it comes to summer grilling, but you’re missing out if you’re not giving your veggies a little char too. This recipe for Asparagus with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette is impossibly easy and packed with flavor. The smoky notes from the asparagus pair perfectly with the tangy and sweet drizzle to create a side dish that’s worthy of rave reviews.

Summer Grilling: Asparagus with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette

Grilled Asparagus with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette Recipe

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

20 asparagus spears

1 shallot, finely minced

the1 cup olive oil, divided

¼ cup apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

2 tablespoons honey

Salt and pepper, to taste

Grilled Asparagus with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette

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Preparation:

1. Heat your grill to medium.
2. While it’s heating, make the vinaigrette by combining the shallot, ¾ cup of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small bowl. Season it with salt and pepper and whisk to combine.
3. Prepare your asparagus by chopping off the woody ends.
4. To keep the spears from falling through the grill grates, thread a skewer through lower third of spears while gently turning the skewer to keep the spears from breaking. (Note: If using wooden skewers, don’t forget to soak them overnight first.)
5. Brush the spears with the remaining olive oil to coat and season them with salt and pepper.
6. Grill the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the spears are tender with light grill marks.
7. Serve warm, drizzled with the vinaigrette.

This best part about this recipe is that it’s incredibly versatile. It’s quick enough to be thrown together on a busy weeknight, but fancy enough to impress dinner guests. It could be made into a healthy lunch salad when mixed with slivered almonds and topped with a fried egg. However you serve it, one thing’s for sure: This is a summer grilling side that will have you reaching for seconds.

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