Asparagus Recipes to Brighten Your Meals (2024)

Naturally low in calories and carbohydrates, asparagus makes a healthy addition to many recipes. Enjoy a taste of spring with our recipes for asparagus toast, risotto, salads, quiche and more.

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Asparagus Ricotta Toasts with Crispy Prosciutto

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When you want an easy supper or an inventive lunch or brunch dish, these simple toasts are ready in 15 minutes.

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Risotto with Asparagus and Shiitakes

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Brothy rice with mushrooms, tender asparagus, chives and Parmesan make this risotto truly luxurious. The only things that might make this meal better? A glass of white wine and a chunk of crusty bread to sop up leftover sauce.

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Asparagus, Morel and Walleye Soup with Rye Croutons

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This recipe (with its addictive miso-butter croutons) is adapted from one served at Larder, a Jewish deli in Cleveland.

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Bagel Strata with Asparagus and Ham

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Weekend guests? Create a bagel bar for Saturday's breakfast, then grab a couple of bagels to make this strata for Sunday morning.

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Roasted Asparagus and Gnocchi

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Keep it simple. Roast your entire dinner in one pan, then clear a little space in the corner of the pan to mix up a simple dressing. Bonus—one less dish to wash!

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Spicy Asparagus Relish

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Pickling is no mystery, especially if you leave out the canning part. Serve this kicky condiment on a relish tray or charcuterie board, or spoon it over grilled Italian sausages.

Grilled Asparagus with Minty Lemon and Walnut Crumbs

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Dress up grilled asparagus with this crispy crumb mixture, sort of a savory streusel made with panko, walnuts, lemon zest and mint. The combo is especially good alongside pork or chicken.

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Ham-Wrapped Asparagus

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This iconic three-ingredient Spanish appetizer is an addictive finger food that's just salty and porky enough to go great with drinks.

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Shaved Asparagus Salad

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Uncooked asparagus might sound strange, but this is essentially an elegant take on slaw—slicing a firm vegetable like cabbage or carrot thinly to break down its cell walls and allow a tangy dressing to soak in.

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Creamy Potato and Asparagus Soup

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Sauteed asparagus and honey-drizzled bacon top a velvety asparagus soup.

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Spinach-Asparagus Quiche

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This hearty quiche recipe makes a great addition to any breakfast or brunch.

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Garlic-Roasted Asparagus

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This simple recipe is sure to become a spring standard on your table. Don't be tempted to skip the lemon juice; the acidity brightens the flavors of the whole dish.

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Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

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Don't be afraid to try this Italian classic at home! Our hearty version is made with convenient rotisserie chicken and loaded with asparagus, herbs and lemony flavor.

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Asparagus Fritters

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Nebraska chef Kevin Shinn says you can use the same batter recipe with other vegetables, such as sweet peas.

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Tender-Crisp Spring Braise

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Chicken, potatoes and veggies cook together for a nutritious dinner that's missing only one ingredient—a bottle of white wine.

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Sesame Asparagus

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Serve this Asian-seasoned chilled asparagus with grilled meat, chicken, or fish. With just four ingredients, it takes only minutes to prepare.

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English Muffin and Asparagus Bake

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This cross between a frittata and a strata makes a great meatless breakfast or brunch dish. Asparagus, sugar snap pea pods, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers and fresh basil pack in lots of veggie and herb flavor.

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Chicken and Asparagus Skillet Supper

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Prepare this easy weeknight dinner in just 20 minutes with skillet-cooked chicken and microwaved asparagus and summer squash.

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Vegetables

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Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy dinner calls for sautéed vegetables—Brussels sprouts, broccoli, mushrooms, and asparagus—along with a simple homemade cheese sauce.

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Asparagus-Ham Bake

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Bake a hearty breakfast or brunch casserole with cubed ham, fresh or frozen asparagus, rice and Swiss cheese. A sprinkle of panko mixed with melted butter gives the dish a crispy topping.

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