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Grilled Asparagus and Onions with Balsamic Vinegar Recipe

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A delicious salad for a summer party.

Grilled Asparagus and Onions with Balsamic Vinegar Recipe (+)

Directions

Heat gas grill to medium heat.
Place asparagus and onions on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, (about 6 tsp.), season with salt and pepper. Turn vegetables a few times to coat all peices with oil. Place on grill tray on the grill. Close the lid and grill for 5 minutes. Open, turn vegetables to brown other side; cook another 5-10 minutes. As vegetables get done, asparagus will be done before onion, remove to baking sheet while rest continue cooking.
When done, set aside while you mix dressing. In small bowl combine vinegar, thyme and 1/4 cup olive oil.
Place asparagus on serving platter, pour 1/2 dressing over; toss to coat. Scatter onions over asparagus and drizzle with more dressing. Sprinkle with blue cheese, dates or figs and pinenuts. Serve.

Container: baking sheet, small bowl, grill

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Serving Description: 6 asparagus spears

Servings: 7

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Ingredients

-		2 large bunches of asparagus, trimmed
-		1 large vidalia onion, cut into 1/4" or 1/2" rings
-		2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
-		1/4 cup olive oil
-		2 teaspoons fresh lemon thyme, chopped
-		1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or gorganzola cheese
-		1/2 cup dates or figs, chopped
-		1/4 cup toasted pinenuts
		seasoned salt

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