Smoked Asparagus

Smoked lobster tails and asparagus deliver an elegant dinner.

Lightly crisp, juicy vegetables are a perfectly tender and healthy side dish. Lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs complement the pleasant bittersweet flavor for simple extravagance.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 110kcal

Author Imma

Equipment

1 smoker

Ingredients

1-1½ pounds (450-680g) asparagus spears, medium thickness (washed, dried, and woody ends removed)
1 tablespoon (15g) olive oil
1 teaspoon (5g) lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon (1-2g) Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons (8g) chopped parsley
¼ cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the smoker to 225℉ (107℃).
Cut off the woody ends (start at the end and work back until the knife cuts the stalk easily) of the spears.
Place in a large bowl or tray, and season with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Italian seasoning, then pour it over the asparagus and toss to coat.
Place the seasoned asparagus directly in the preheated pellet grill, and smoke for about 45 minutes, depending on the thickness of the stalks.
Remove from the smoker and sprinkle with the optional Parmesan. Serve as a side with your chosen protein or as an appetizer. Enjoy!

Notes

Waiting until the initial blast of smoke clears (5-15 minutes, depending on your smoker) before closing the lid to ensure cleaner smoke for better-tasting food and less chance of lid pops (unpleasant explosion due to build up of gases).
Smoking time will differ due to the thickness of the asparagus, humidity, wind, and the smoker. Keep an eye on them the first time, and note the cooking time that works best for you.
If you buy your asparagus a few days ahead, trim the ends and keep them like flowers in a jar or vase with water in the fridge. Cover loosely with a plastic bag, and they should stay fresh for a week.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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