Grilled Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. chopped garlic
• 1 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tbsp. herbs, chopped (choice of parsley, thyme, oregano)
• 1 tsp. lemon zest
• 2 lbs. asparagus, with ends trimmed off

Makes 4 Servings

1. Preheat a clean grill over medium-high heat.
2. Combine olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, herbs, and lemon zest. Toss with asparagus.
3. Grill asparagus until it starts getting tender and grill marks are visible. Turn and finish cooking on the other side. Pencil-thin asparagus will cook in 5 minutes; thicker spears will take up to 10 minutes.

Note: This recipe appears in the New Sonoma Cookbook. Grilled asparagus goes great with any protein. This version of grilled asparagus pairs well with lamb because it is flavorful. Never underestimate the flavorful combinations of lemon, garlic, and herbs.