Grilled Asparagus in Foil

Grilled Asparagus in Foil is a healthy and delicious 4 ingredient side dish to enjoy all season long!  This simple grilling recipe lets fresh flavors like lemon and garlic shine and can be ready in less than 20 minutes on the grill or in the oven.  If you are curious about how long to grill asparagus in foil, I have all the tips and tricks to get it just right.

Love cooking in foil? Also try my Grilled Zucchini in Foil, Cheesy Grilled Potatoes in Foil, Healthy Grilled Shrimp in Foil, and Foil Packet Fish.

Grilled Asparagus in Foil

Grilled Asparagus in Foil is a magical little recipe you will find yourself making again and again.  It's the EASIEST way to grill asparagus (without it falling into the grill!) and is simply a fail-proof way to enjoy this classic vegetable.  It pairs perfectly with Rosemary Lemon Salmon, Blackened Mahi Mahi, or Grilled Shrimp Kabobs for a gorgeous and tasty side dish.

If you are curious about how to grill asparagus in foil, I've got you covered from start to finish with just four simple ingredients including fresh asparagus.

I love grilling with foil!  I've shared Foil Packet Fish, Salmon in Foil with Rainbow Veggies, Grilled Shrimp in Foil, Cheesy Foil Packet Potatoes over the years... but today I'm diving into grilling vegetables in foil!  It's such an easy to way to cook and I love that the cleanup is minimal.

I simply love that I can prep these packets ahead of time and when it's time for dinner they go on the grill with no fuss.  This Grilled Asparagus in Foil is simply one of the BEST ways to make asparagus!  It's also vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, low carb, keto, and vegetarian!

Why You'll Love this Grilled Asparagus in Foil...

• Grilled Asparagus in foil can be ready fast!  This recipe only requires about 10 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking time.
• You can make these on the grill and the foil requires minimum cleanup.
• The foil keeps the asparagus tender.
• Asparagus is good for you, making this a healthy side dish.
• It's easy enough for a weeknight meal, but tasty enough for a cookout.

All About Asparagus

When is asparagus in season?

Wondering when the best time to make grilled asparagus in foil? Asparagus is usually in season from February to June with the peak being in April and May.  That's why it is often considered a spring vegetable. That's usually when it will be the cheapest.  However, most grocery stores are able to keep it in stock year-round.

Is Asparagus good for you?

YES! This grilled asparagus in foil is good for you because asparagus is so good for you!  It's naturally low in calories, but high in fiber. It's also full of other vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K.

Ingredients:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this grilled asparagus in foil, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts

• Asparagus: You can use either thick asparagus stalks or thin asparagus for this recipe!  Contrary to popular belief the thick asparagus is sometimes more tender than the thin type.  Whichever type is available in the store is fine!  If your asparagus is very thick, you may need to add an extra minute or two of cooking time.  Look for asparagus stalks that are still vivid green and not limp.  To prep the asparagus, remove the woody ends as shown below.  The woody ends are tough and chewy and you don't want to eat them.
• Lemon: Fresh lemon juice brings out the flavor of this dish without adding any fat.
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil: I like to add just a touch of olive oil to the packets to enhance the flavor and help with the cooking.
• Garlic Salt: You can use fresh garlic, but I like the way garlic salt brings the garlic flavor evenly to the entire side dish.  If you are sensitive to salt or sodium, replace this with garlic powder.
• Salt & Black Pepper

You'll also need a large peice of aluminum foil to make these! I like this one.

How do you trim asparagus?

The ends of asparagus are often woody and dense and need to be trimmed off.  Find the spot where you should trim them carefully and bend one piece of asparagus near the end.  It should naturally break or snap at its woody point. You can then use that as guidance on where to cut the rest of your batch with a sharp knife.

Instructions:

This is an overview of the instructions to make this Grilled Asparagus in Foil, but the full detailed printable recipe is below in the recipe card.

1. Preheat the grill to high or the oven to 425 degrees.
2. Cut your lemon in half and slice four thin slices out of the center.
3. Tear off four square pieces of foil and spray them with cooking spray.
4. Divide the trimmed asparagus evening on the four pieces of foil.
5. Drizzle the olive oil and lemon on top.  Sprinkle the garlic salt, salt, and pepper.  Carefully toss until everything is coated.
6. Arrange the asparagus in a nice pile and put a lemon slice on top.
7. Carefully fold the foil in half and fold the top.  Then roll the edges to secure the packet.
8. Bake or grill the asparagus for 10-15 minutes until the asparagus is fork tender.  Your cooking time can vary due to the temperature of the grill and the thickness of your asparagus spears.  But if you want to know how long to grill asparagus in foil, it averages about 10 minutes.

How long to grill asparagus in foil?

Asparagus cooks and grills fast!  It usually only takes around 10 minutes to cook.  There can be some slight variation in that time due to the thickness of the asparagus.  You don't want to overcook it or it will become mushy.  Asparagus is done when it is fork-tender and can be pierced with a fork.   It's a quick-cooking vegetable, so be careful not to overcook it or it will be mushy.

FAQ

Storage & Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Freezing

Although best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze the prepared asparagus for up to three months.

Can I make this grilled asparagus in foil ahead of time?

YES! I love preparing these packets ahead of time.  Store them in the fridge until you are ready to cook them.  It's a great way to have a side dish ready to go if you are hosting a cookout.

Can I prepare this in the oven?

YES! Just cook them on a sheet pan at high heat - 425 degrees- for the same amount of time - 10-15 minutes.

Can you cook asparagus on the grill?

YES! Asparagus is great grilled.  However, since it's so long and skinny you'll often need to put it in something to grill in.  That's why grilling asparagus in foil is the perfect option.

Variations:

I love this Grilled Asparagus in Foil recipe, as written, but there are so many fun ways to mix it up.

• Add Spices: I intentionally left this grilled asparagus recipe simple BUT feel free to add a yummy spice mix to your packet.  A few that would be delicious are Italian Seasoning, Herbs de Provence, Blackening Seasoning, Cajun Seasoning, and Everything But the Bagel Spice Mix.
• Add Fresh Herbs: You can make these with whatever fresh herbs you might have including basil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, or parsley.
• Use Lime: You could give this asparagus more of a southwest flavor with lime instead of lemon.  You could also sprinkle on some of my Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix.
• Add Butter: To make it more indulgent, add a small pad of butter to each packet.
• Add Cheese: Add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or your favorite cheese.
• Use One Packet: If you don't want to fuss with the individual packets, you can just as easily make this with one large packet.  You can also make this for a crowd by doubling the recipe.

This Grilled Asparagus in Foil is the Perfect Side Dish!

This healthy, light, and flavorful Grilled Asparagus in Foil is the best side dish because it's so easy to make, and clean up is easy.  I love how healthy it is and that you can make the packets ahead of time.

It's also great because you can customize the spices to fit your meal!  I know you will be coming back to this recipe again and again all season long.

Serve it With:

• Easy Pesto Salmon
• Three Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Mushroom
• Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
• Herb and Garlic Roasted Baby Red Potatoes
• Portobello Mushroom Steak
• Grilled Lemon Shrimp Skewers
• BBQ Shrimp Skewers
• Caprese Pasta Salad

More Asparagus Recipes to Try:

• Cheesy Asparagus Casserole
• Rosemary Lemon Asparagus
• Garlic Parmesan Oven Roasted Asparagus
• Chilled Asparagus Salad with Feta
• Asparagus and Tomato Salad with Feta
• Asparagus Pasta with Tomato and Pine Nuts
• Easy Pesto Tortellini Salad with Asparagus

More Grilled Foil Packet Recipes to Try:

• Foil Packet Fish
• Salmon in Foil with Rainbow Veggies
• Grilled Shrimp in Foil
• Cheesy Foil Packet Potatoes
• Salmon, Asparagus and Tomato in Foil
• Grilled Zucchini in Foil

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Grilled Asparagus in Foil

Julie Wunder

Grilled Asparagus in Foil is a healthy and delicious 4 ingredient side dish to enjoy all season long!  This simple grilling recipe let's fresh flavors like lemon and garlic shine and can be ready in less than 20 minutes on the grill or in the oven.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 71 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 pounds asparagus
• 1 lemon
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• ½ teaspoon garlic salt
• salt and pepper
• cooking spray

Instructions

 

• Preheat the grill to high or the oven to 425 degrees.
• Tear off 4 square foil pieces and spray with cooking spray.
• Cut your lemon in half and from the center cut four thin round slices of the lemon.
• Divide the asparagus into 4 piles on the foil.
• Drizzle the olive oil on the asparagus and squeeze a few drops of lemon on drop. Sprinkle with the garlic salt, salt and pepper. Carefully toss until everything is coated.
• Put the asparagus in the center of the foil and put a lemon slice on top of each pile.
  
• Carefully fold the foil and roll the edges together. To finish the packet roll over each of the sides.
  
• Bake or grill for 10-15 minutes or until the asparagus is tender.

Notes

Cooking Times

Temperatures on grills can vary, so if you are grilling your asparagus the cooking time could vary.

 

Storage & Leftovers

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

 

Freezing

Although best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze the prepared asparagus for up to three months.

 

Make Ahead Notes

You can prepare these packets ahead of time.  Store them in the fridge until you are ready to cook them.  It's a great way to have a side dish ready to go if you are hosting a cookout.

 

Make in the Oven

You can cook these in the oven.  Cook them on a sheet pan at high heat - 425 degrees- for the same amount of time - 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 71kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 296mgPotassium: 495mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1721IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 5mg

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