Whether you're tired of soggy and bland boiled asparagus or simply looking for a new way to cook this nutritious vegetable, why not try grilling your asparagus next time you serve it? It's quick, easy and results in what some chefs believe is more flavorful asparagus.http://www.ehow.com/video_2298248_grilling-asparagus.html

Although there are several ways to cook asparagus, cooking on a grill is among the easiest and quickest ways to do so. As long as you've got a hot grill, some fresh asparagus and a few basic ingredients, you're well on your way to some delicious, healthy food. Grilling asparagus imparts a smoky, barbecued flavor and, if you don't overcook it, leaves your veggies crunchier than when boiled. Cooking in this way may even turn some of those asparagus haters into asparagus lovers.

• When buying asparagus, look for stalks that are green and firm
• Cut or snap off the bottoms of the asparagus stalks before cooking them
• Season asparagus lightly with your desired amount of salt and pepper before grilling
• Keep a close eye on asparagus as it is grilling, since it will cook quickly

You only need the following few basic ingredients to make great-tasting grilled asparagus.

1. Asparagus: When buying asparagus, look for healthy-looking, crisp, green stalks that are devoid of any discoloration, brown or yellow spots or foul smells.http://babybackgrill.com/32/how-to-grill-asparagus/ To avoid burning your asparagus, you may want to opt for thicker stalks that won't cook as quickly.http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=37872589
2. Salt and pepper
3. A few tablespoons of olive oil
4. A set of barbecue tongs
5. A large bowl or shallow roasting pan

Although you can grill asparagus without adding anything to it, mixing it with just a few simple ingredients will improve the flavor and help prevent the asparagus from sticking to the grill.http://video.about.com/bbq/How-to-Grill-Asparagus.htm

1. Wash and dry the asparagus
2. Remove the bottom inch or so of the asparagus. You can either cut the bottoms off with a knife or, holding them gently in one hand, use your other hand to snap off the bottom portion. Provided you are using fresh asparagus, it should naturally snap off at the desired pointhttp://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=37872589
3. Place the asparagus in your bowl or roasting pan
4. Drizzle a few tablespoons of olive oil over the asparagus. The amount of olive oil you will need depends on the amount of asparagus you have, but you want just enough to coat the asparagus
5. Sprinkle your desired amount of salt and pepper over the asparagus. If you like, and have some handy, you can also use about a tablespoon of lemon pepper.http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Make-Grilled-Asparagus-79731350
6. Using your barbecue tongs, gently toss the asparagus so that all stalks are lightly coated with oil and seasoning

To grill asparagus effectively, you want to do so on a hot, clean grill.

1. Fire up your grill and turn it to medium-high
2. Allow the grill to heat up and then, using a barbecue brush, clean your grill of any residue that may be remaining on the grill
3. If you are concerned that the asparagus will stick to your grill, you may want to wipe it with oil or spray it carefully with non-stick cooking spray. However, if you choose to do so, be very careful and stand as far back from the grill as possible to avoid injuryhttp://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=37872589
4. Once the grill is nice and hot, turn the flame down since, although you want to use a hot grill, you do not want the flame to reach the asparagus

Once your grill and asparagus are ready to cook, you only need wait about another five minutes before you're enjoying your hot grilled asparagus.

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2. Close the grill and wait about one to three minutes. If you like crunchier asparagus and/or are working with an exceptionally hot grill, one or two minutes should be enough, but if your grill is not overly hot, or you prefer your asparagus a bit limper, you'll want to wait a minute or two longerhttp://www.ehow.com/video_2298248_grilling-asparagus.html
3. Open the grill and carefully use your tongs to turn each spear and cook the other side.
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5. Open the grill and have a look to ensure that the asparagus is cooked: It should be darker green in color than raw asparagus and have light grill marks on ithttp://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Make-Grilled-Asparagus-79731350
6. Use your tongs to remove the asparagus from the grill
7. If desired, you can re-season the asparagus with some more salt and pepper, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, some grated Parmesan, Romano or feta cheese, or sprinkle on some slivered almonds for extra crunch.http://www.ehow.com/video_2298248_grilling-asparagus.html http://babybackgrill.com/32/how-to-grill-asparagus/ However, it's sure to taste great just as it is - fresh off the grill!