Backyard Grilled Asparagus

Courtesy of Jennifer Ozick (see her bio in our “About US” tab)

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

1 pound asparagus

1/3 cup olive oil

1/3 cup Lea & Perrin sauce (“The Original Worcestershire Sauce”)

2 tsp garlic salt

1 tsp ground black pepper

Preparation:

Prepare grill for High Heat.

Place asparagus in a square pan or large bowl. Combine remaining ingredients. Pour over asparagus and let set for at least 15 minutes. Grill over hot grill for 3 minutes turning repeatedly.

Nutrition Facts: *Calories: 94; Fat: 9.1g; Protein: 1.4g; Carbohydrates: 2.9g

*Note: The majority of the calories and fat are from the olive oil marinade, which you will not consume.

Did you know!

The second century physician Galen described asparagus as “cleansing and healing.” Nutrition studies have shown asparagus is a low-calorie source of folate and potassium. Its stalks are high in antioxidants. Six spears contain around 135 micrograms (μg) of folate, that’s almost half the adult RDI (recommended daily intake). Green asparagus is a good source of vitamin C too!