This recipe for grilled asparagus in foil is tender fresh asparagus stalks cooked in foil packets with butter, seasonings and herbs. Throw these foil packs on the grill or bake in the oven for an easy side dish!
I love to serve grilled vegetables during the warmer months. Some of my favorite include grilled zucchini, grilled corn on the cob, and these easy asparagus packets.
Asparagus is a favorite vegetable in my house, even the kids will eat it! I love to grill asparagus during the warmer months, but I don’t love how the thin stalks slip through the grates of the grill and into the coals. Now I make grilled asparagus in foil – these packets take just minutes to put together and you end up with perfectly tender seasoned asparagus every time.
Can you cook asparagus on the grill?
Yes, you can cook asparagus on the grill. With the traditional method of grilling, you need to look for thick asparagus stalks so that they won’t fall through the grates of the grill. With this foil packet method, you can use any size asparagus you like, and there’s no risk of losing the stalks in the fire!
How do you make grilled asparagus?
Place asparagus stalks onto sheets of foil, then top the veggies with butter, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Fold the foil around the asparagus to create packets. Grill or bake the packets until the asparagus is tender.Top with parsley, then serve and enjoy.
How long does it take to grill asparagus?
Grilled asparagus in a foil packet takes about 15 minutes to cook, depending on the size of your stalks. If you’re adding the asparagus directly to the grill without foil, it takes about 2-3 minutes per side to cook through.
What spices go well with asparagus?
I season this grilled asparagus with pats of butter, salt, pepper and dried Italian seasoning. Other great options would be garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme or lemon pepper.
How do you prepare asparagus in the oven?
While I typically make this asparagus in foil on the grill, there are times when it’s cold and I don’t want to cook outside. You can also bake your packets in the oven at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes.
After your asparagus packets are grilled or baked, it’s time to peel back the foil and serve. I typically serve my asparagus with a sprinkling of fresh herbs like parsley, chives or dill. I also like to serve lemon wedges on the side, as a squeeze of lemon juice adds great flavor to this dish.
Grilled asparagus flavor variations
- Veggies: You can add other quick-cooking vegetables to these foil packets if you’re looking for a little variety. I recommend trying sliced zucchini, diced red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, yellow squash, or even frozen corn kernels.
- Flavorings: Amp up the flavor by adding lemon zest, sun dried tomatoes, olives, a drizzle of balsamic vinegar or sliced almonds.
- Cheese: After the asparagus packets are cooked through, add a sprinkle of parmesan, feta or mozzarella cheese.
This grilled asparagus in foil is my go-to vegetable side dish when it’s hot out. If you’re an asparagus fan, you’ll definitely want to give this one a try.
More asparagus recipes
- Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry
- Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
- Lemon Asparagus Pasta
- Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
- Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
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Grilled Asparagus in Foil
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus stalks trimmed
- 8 teaspoons butter cut into small pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- cooking spray
- lemon wedges for serving optional
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to medium high heat or an oven to 425 degrees F.
- Coat 4 large squares of foil with cooking spray.
- Divide the asparagus stalks evenly among the squares of foil.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper evenly over the asparagus stalks.
- Place 2 teaspoons of butter in each asparagus packet.
- Fold the foil over the asparagus, sealing completely on all sides.
- Grill the asparagus packs for 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Alternatively, you can bake the asparagus for 15 minutes.
- Open the foil packets carefully, then gently stir to make sure all the asparagus is coated with the butter and seasonings.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve, with lemon wedges if desired.
Carrie says
Perfect summer way to prepare asparagus! Thanks!
Desiree Leva says
Can you make this recipe and cook it in the oven?
Sara says
Yes, bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes!
Bea says
I make this easy recipe all the time! it’s a family favorite now!
William says
Did last night for dinner with a flat iron steak…
THUMBS UP!!
Sara says
So glad you enjoyed it, thanks for reporting back!
Rachel Ferrucci says
I love grilled asparagus and this looks so easy and delicious! I can seriously eat this everyday!
Debbie says
I would cook everything in foil if I could! Love asparagus and the foil idea is perfect for no clean up!
Diana Ajih says
Great recipe! We asparagus a lot in the summer. Will definitely try this method when we break out the outdoor grill.
Wendy Polisi says
Now that is an awesome way to have asparagus. I would love to get my hands on some!
Tomi C says
Grilled asparagus and a shrimp foil packet is perfect grilling. Love foil packets. Foil packets remind me of my days at Girl Scout Summer Camp. We cooked EVERYTHING in foil packets..
Ashley says
YUM!! I love asparagus and cooking it on the grill is one of my most favorite ways to prepare it. I love adding lemon juice to it for flavor.
Ruth I says
I’ll be honest that I’ve never cooked asparagus and this one looks so good! I need to try cooking it this weekend!
Ricci says
I love asparagus but have never actually cooked it before! This grilled asparagus sounds right up my alley! I need tot ry this!
Rose Ann Sales says
It looks like a great to cook an asparagus it still looks fresh and crunchy after cooking it and it is so easy to prepare. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Heather says
Oh that looks so good! I can’t wait to do more grilling this summer. I am so happy to have warmer weather so we can enjoy grilling veggies outside like this.
Jenny says
I don’t know why I didn’t do this the last time I cooked asparagus. Oh well, there’s always next time. Yummy!!!
Heather says
I love asparagus! Often we make it steamed but roasted with lemon is so good too!
Stacie says
Asparagus is one of my favorite veggies, especially when grilling season rolls around. My husband grills it all the time, so I know this recipe is going to be a hit for us.