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Grilled Asparagus with Tangy Tahini Lemon Sauce

Delicious Grilled Asparagus with Tangy Tahini Lemon Sauce

Grilled Asparagus with Tangy Tahini Lemon Sauce is a quick and healthy side dish that elevates any meal with fresh flavors and creamy textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Asparagus
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Fresh, bright green stalks
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked
For the Tangy Tahini Lemon Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Can substitute with peanut or almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic Fresh, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt For balancing flavors

Equipment

  • grill
  • Grill Pan
  • Large Bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus by snapping them where they naturally break.
  3. Toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the asparagus for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until tender and charred.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
  6. Remove the grilled asparagus from the grill and drizzle with the tahini sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best flavor and texture. Consider adding lemon zest to the tahini sauce for extra flavor.

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