Ingredients

1 bunch medium asparagus, trimmed

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/3 cup chopped tarragon

Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Preparation

  1. Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium heat for gas).

  2. Toss asparagus, oil, tarragon, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a shallow dish until asparagus is evenly coated.

  3. Grill asparagus (covered only if using a gas grill), turning occasionally, until tender and browned in spots, 6 to 8 minutes total. Season to taste with salt.