Charred Lemon Asparagus
Fresh asparagus spears tossed in olive oil and seared until the tips crisp and char, then finished with a squeeze of bright lemon and fleur de sel. Ready in under 15 minutes—the simplest, most elegant side.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 whole lemon
Instructions
- 1
Snap off the woody bottom third of each asparagus spear by bending gently until it breaks naturally.
- 2
Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until fully coated.
- 3
Heat a large skillet over high heat for 2 minutes until very hot.
- 4
Spread asparagus in a single layer and sear without moving for 4 minutes until tips char and bases soften.
- 5
Toss gently and cook 2 more minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until spears blister.
- 6
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet or cast iron pan
- bowl
- cutting board
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