Grilled Asparagus and Red Onions with Olive Oil [Bulkbites.com]

• Servings: 4
• Time: 30 minutes

Being a rich source of protein and fiber, asparagus helps in providing immunity and improving digestive processes. Besides this, the anti-inflammatory compounds present in them helps protect you from conditions like heart diseases and type II diabetes. The vitamin K in asparagus helps in strengthening bones and healthy blood clotting. The vitamin A is asparagus improves vision. Trace minerals and potassium is asparagus is required for boosting immunity and smooth kidney functioning respectively. The onions, on the other hand, contain the phytochemicals that facilitate the workings of vitamin C in improving the immunity of your body. Consuming onions also help in reducing inflammation, healing infections and regulating blood sugar levels.

Nutrition

• calories: 92
• protein: 4
• carbs: 13
• fat: 4
• saturated fat: 0.56
• polyunsaturated fat: 0.45
• monounsaturated fat: 2.47
• cholesterol: 0
• sodium: 45
• potassium: 425
• dietary fiber: 4.48
• sugars: 7.14
• vitamin a: 64
• vitamin c: 14
• calcium: 54
• iron: 3
• magnesium: 0
• complex carbs: 1.38
• other fats: 0.52

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp Vinegar, balsamic
• 1 tsp Sugars, granulated
• 1 dash Spices, pepper, black
• 1 dash Salt, table
• 1 tablespoon Oil, olive, salad or cooking
• 2 medium Onions, raw
• 28 spear, extra large Asparagus, raw

Instructions

• Heat the grill to a high temperature.
• First, cut the onions and pull apart their slices and transfer them into the grill pan. Then into the pan add a dash of salt and pepper and 2 tbsp olive oil.
• Place asparagus spears and onions on the grill. Now cover the vegetables and cook for a couple of minutes.
• Remove the cover and turn asparagus. Continue cooking for a few more minutes or until asparagus become tender-crisp and brown.
• After removing asparagus from grill, transfer it to the baking dish. Then add onions and cook for another 20 minutes so that they become caramelized and tender.
• Now keep the asparagus spear on top of a chopping board and cut them into pieces of 1 ½-inch each. Then add the pieces into the baking dish and toss it with onions. Toss well after adding balsamic vinegar and sugar.
• Adjust the seasonings according to taste and serve immediately.