Description
A delicious, vibrant Grilled Asparagus with Burrata featuring smoky charred spears, creamy Italian cheese, and a zesty lemon-caper dressing. The perfect 25-minute gourmet lunch or side.
Ingredients
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250 g asparagus, trimmed
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1 burrata ball, room temperature
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1 garlic clove, minced
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Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
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1 red chili, sliced
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3 tsp capers
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Extra virgin olive oil
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Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
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Dressing: Whisk garlic, lemon juice, salt, chili, capers, and olive oil. Let sit for 10 minutes.
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Grill: Toss asparagus with oil, salt, and pepper. Grill on high heat for 4 minutes per side until charred.
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Assemble: Break the burrata on a plate. Arrange warm asparagus over the cheese.
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Finish: Drizzle with the dressing and sprinkle with fresh lemon zest. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Internal Link: This light and fresh dish is the perfect appetizer before a main course of our Grilled Asparagus with Burrata.
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Pro Tip: If your asparagus spears are very thick, you can peel the bottom half with a vegetable peeler for a more tender bite.
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Cheese Tip: Always serve burrata at room temperature to ensure the center is creamy and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whole recipe
- Calories: ~520 kcal
- Sugar: ~8 g
- Sodium: ~950 mg
- Fat: ~42 g
- Saturated Fat: ~18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~22 g
- Trans Fat: ~0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~18 g
- Fiber: ~7 g
- Protein: ~20 g
- Cholesterol: ~80 mg
Keywords: Grilled Asparagus with Burrata, Asparagus with Lemon Dressing, Burrata Salad Recipe, 25 Minute Gourmet Meal, Healthy Spring Lunch, Charred Asparagus, Mediterranean Appetizer