Quick Grilled Asparagus

Prep time: 1 minute; Cook time: 1 minute 30 seconds (microwave) + 2 minutes (grill)

This is a quick side dish, or main dish... add a few slices of toasted bread and dinner is served! Ready in 5 minutes!

Tip: While heating up the grill I microwave the asparagus for 1 minute and 30 seconds to speed up the cooking process. Doing this the asparagus cook throughly, quickly, and still have that crispy grilled taste.

Ingredients (2-4 people):

• 1 lb asparagus
• 1/2 tablespoon water
• Pinch of garlic salt/sea salt
• Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh goat cheese

Equipment:

• Scale, measuring cups/spoons
• Plate
• Microwave
• Grill pan

Steps:

1. Preheat grill (medium heat).
2. Rinse asparagus thoroughly and break off the ends.
3. Lay the asparagus in a single layer on a plate and sprinkle with water.
4. Microwave on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds.
5. Move the asparagus on the grill and discard the water.
6. Sprinkle asparagus with salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh goat cheese.
7. Serve with toasted/grilled bread.

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