Grilled Asparagus With Caper Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Grilled Asparagus With Caper Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, trimmed; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; Cooking spray; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 teaspoons capers, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup small basil leaves

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, trimmed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons capers, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup small basil leaves

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Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
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Place asparagus in a shallow dish. Add 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt, tossing well to coat. Place asparagus on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 4 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning after 2 minutes.
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Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, vinegar, and next 3 ingredients (through garlic); stir with a whisk. Slowly pour remaining 2 tablespoons oil into vinegar mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Stir in capers. Arrange asparagus on a serving platter; drizzle with vinaigrette, and sprinkle with basil.
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, trimmed, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, Cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Grilled Asparagus With Caper Vinaigrette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Grilled Asparagus With Caper Vinaigrette

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