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    The Best Traeger Asparagus

    Published: Aug 3, 2023 by Michael · 1 Comment

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    We make this Traeger asparagus at least once a week. It’s super fast and easy, and it makes the perfect 10-minute side for any summer meal. We coat it in parmesan cheese and the perfect mix of seasonings and then grill it to perfection.

    Grilled asparagus on a baking sheet with a fork in the middle.
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    • Why We Love This Recipe
    • Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
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    Why We Love This Recipe

    • It’s fast: This recipe only takes about 10 minutes start to finish. Our Traeger cooks it to perfection so quickly, but you can use any pellet grill or even a gas/charcoal grill.
    • It’s delicious: This asparagus is seriously so good you’ll forget you’re eating a vegetable. Even our 11-month-old loves it.
    • It’s versatile: Most of what’s needed for this asparagus is stuff we already have in our pantry. If you’re missing an ingredient, don’t sweat it. Just leave it out or swap it for something else.

    Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

    Traeger asparagus ingredients on a countertop.

    Asparagus: Prior to seasoning and cooking the asparagus, you’ll want to trim the woody ends off.

    Grated Parmesan: We use fresh grated parmesan, but you can buy it pre-grated if you prefer. Just buy the good stuff in the refrigerated section, not the cylindrical shelf-stable containers—it’s so much better.

    Assorted Seasonings: We put several different seasonings on our asparagus, most of which are already in our pantry. If you’re missing something, don’t worry—just use extra of the others or sub in something else. You really can’t mess this up.

    See recipe card for full ingredient list and amounts.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Preheat your Traeger or pellet grill to 400°F.

    Step 2: Trim the woody ends off the bottom of your asparagus (the bottom inch or so). Then place it on a sheet pan or in a large mixing bowl, and add the oil, parmesan, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground cayenne. Mix until the asparagus is evenly coated.

    The woody ends of asparagus cut off of a bunch of asparagus spears.
    Seasoned, uncooked asparagus spears on a baking sheet.

    Step 3: Put the asparagus directly onto the grill and cook, undisturbed, for 5-7 minutes, or until tender. It should still be slightly crunchy but easy to bite into.

    Asparagus spears cooking directly on a Traeger grill.

    Top Tips

    • Don’t overcook the asparagus. It really only takes about 5 minutes and overcooking it will quickly take this side dish from delicious to floppy and disgusting.
    • Don’t skimp on the seasonings. It seems like a lot, but they make this asparagus so tasty and flavorful.
    • Eat this asparagus while it’s still fresh. Asparagus doesn’t heat up well and usually ends up soggy.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I make this asparagus on a gas or charcoal grill?

    Yes! Follow the same instructions.

    How do I store this asparagus?

    We don’t really recommend trying to reheat this asparagus. It’s best enjoyed fresh.

    How long do I grill asparagus on the Traeger?

    Cook it directly on the grill grates for about 5-7 minutes, or until tender. It should still be slightly crunchy but easy to bite into.

    A fork digging into a couple of asparagus spears.

    Main Dish Ideas

    Try some of our other grilling recipes:

    • A grilled miso salmon fillet on a baking sheet with a fork breaking into it. It is garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
      Grilled Miso Salmon
    • A piece of grilled lemon pepper chicken in a serving bowl with rice and salad on the side.
      Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken
    • Two grilled salmon filets on a baking sheet topped with herbs. A fork is cutting into one of them.
      Traeger Grilled Salmon
    • Grilled margarita chicken in a bowl topped with pico de gallo.
      Grilled Margarita Chicken
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    Grilled asparagus on a baking sheet.

    The Best Traeger Asparagus


    ★★★★★

    5 from 1 review

    • Author: Mollie
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
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    Description

    We make this Traeger asparagus at least once a week. It’s super fast and easy, and it makes the perfect 10-minute side for any summer meal. We coat it in parmesan cheese and the perfect mix of seasonings and then grill it to perfection.


    Ingredients

    Scale

    1 pound asparagus spears

    2 tablespoons olive oil

    2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

    ½ teaspoon salt

    ½ teaspoon black pepper

    1 tablespoon paprika

    1 tablespoon onion powder

    1 tablespoon garlic powder

    ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne


    Instructions

    1. Preheat your Traeger or pellet grill to 400°F.
    2. Trim the woody ends off the bottom of your asparagus (the bottom inch or so). Then place it on a sheet pan or in a large mixing bowl, and add the oil, parmesan, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground cayenne. Mix until the asparagus is evenly coated.
    3. Put the asparagus directly onto the grill and cook, undisturbed, for 5-7 minutes, or until tender. It should still be slightly crunchy but easy to bite into.

    Notes

    Don't overcook the asparagus. It really only takes about 5 minutes and it gets soggy when overcooked. 

    We use fresh grated parmesan, but you can buy it pre-grated if you prefer. Just buy the good stuff in the refrigerated section, not the cylindrical shelf-stable containers—it’s so much better.

    Nutritional information is only an estimate. 

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Sides
    • Method: Grilling
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: ¼ pound
    • Calories: 113
    • Sugar: 2.5 g
    • Sodium: 339.3 mg
    • Fat: 8.1 g
    • Carbohydrates: 8.7 g
    • Protein: 4.3 g
    • Cholesterol: 1.8 mg

    Keywords: asparagus, grilled asparagus, Traeger asparagus

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    1. Michael says

      August 03, 2023 at 4:31 pm

      These grilled asparagus have a great crunch and flavor. Definitely will be a go to summer recipe!

      ★★★★★

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