Once you make Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle, you will wonder why you ever made it any other way! When you need a fast and easy side that is sure to be a hit, it doesn’t get any better than this. This simple recipe takes less than ten minutes to make with just four ingredients.
There is nothing quite like the taste of vegetables cooked on a Blackstone griddle and Blackstone asparagus is one of my favorites veggie sides.
It's easy to cook with just a couple of minutes of prep time. Follow this Blackstone griddle asparagus recipe, and you will be enjoying a delicious dish in no time!
Serve it with Grilled Chicken Parmesan, Hanger Steak, Seared Flank Steak, Air Fryer Tuna Steak, or Cheesy Bacon BBQ Chicken. It is also fabulous with Blackstone Chicken Fried Rice.
Let's Talk Ingredients
Choose medium asparagus spears that are crisp and tender. To trim the woody ends, snap one spear of asparagus and then cut the remaining spears to match.
I prefer using regular olive oil for cooking over extra virgin olive oil. It is more economical and has a higher smoke point. You can use your favorite oil, such as vegetable oil or avocado oil.
Should Asparagus be Soaked Before Grilling or Griddling?
While there is no definitive answer, there are a few things to consider.
Soaking asparagus in water can help to prevent it from drying out on the grill or griddle, but it can also make it harder to get crisp, evenly cooked results.
If you choose to soak your asparagus, be sure to dry it thoroughly before cooking. Otherwise, you may want to skip the soaking step and simply brush the asparagus with a little oil before grilling.
Ultimately, the best way to decide whether or not to soak your asparagus is to experiment and see what results you prefer. Personally, I don't!
How to Cook Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle
First, start by preheating your griddle to 350° F. This should be about medium-low to medium heat, but I like to use an infrared thermometer to make sure my griddle temperature is correct.
Next, combine the oil, lemon juice, and seasonings in a shallow dish. Trim the stems of the asparagus.
Place asparagus in a bowl and coat the asparagus with the oil and seasonings.
Oil your griddle, and then scatter the asparagus in a single layer.
Cook for about 5 minutes, flipping occasionally, until tender. (Thicker spears will take a bit longer.)
Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and drizzle with a squeeze of lemon juice.
Tent with foil to keep warm if not serving immediately.
Crisp-Tender Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your Blackstone Griddle to 350 ° F.
- In a shallow dish, combine the oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Coat the asparagus in the oil mixture.
- Add oil to your griddle.
- Add the asparagus and cook for 5 minutes, rotating the asparagus occasionally, until tender.
- Transfer to a serving platter, and drizzle with additional lemon juice if desired.
Raquel says
This recipe makes the perfect grilled asparagus. Tender and flavorful!