Asparagus, a perennial spring vegetable, is delicious in main dishes, side dishes and salads. Learn how to cook asparagus on the grill, how to roast asparagus, and how to shave asparagus for a salad. Choose from these 77 asparagus recipes to find your family's new favorite dishes!
77 Delicious ways to serve asparagus
When we lived in Michigan, I measured "spring" by the appearance of wild asparagus fronds along the fencelines bordering our country roads.
Birds sitting on the wire fences in previous summers had dropped seeds that grew in our fertile black soil.
Each year I wished that I could have found those tasty asparagus spears at the right time so I could have harvested them and enjoyed a delicious meal, but of course by the time they were large enough for me to see as I walked or drove down the road, they were already too mature.
On the other hand, asparagus is readily available in the produce aisle in springtime, and if you have the space for it, an asparagus patch in your backyard will yield tender-crisp spears for years to come.
We've moved many times (one of the disadvantages of military life) and have left a couple of asparagus patches behind.
According to both the calendar and the weather, spring is just about here in Oklahoma and I'm ready for crispy, delicious asparagus.
If you're like me and can't get enough of it, here are 77 delicious recipes you can use all through asparagus season to make the most of its fresh taste and health benefits.
Why asparagus is good for you
Besides being delicious, asparagus is very low in calories (one spear contains about 3 calories) and contains anti-oxidants, folic acid, vitamins A, B, C, E and K.
Asparagus is an excellent source of copper and iron, plus it contains smaller amounts of additional essential minerals and electrolytes. It's also a good source of dietary fiber.
The potassium in asparagus is good for your heart, bones, kidneys and even your nerves.
According to Eating Well, asparagus may also help fight cancer, lower blood pressure, and improve cognitive function. [Source]
A delicious way to eat your way through spring
Asparagus is harvested for just a few weeks in the spring. Our modern world of transportation has made it possible to extend the asparagus season in the grocery store.
Choose asparagus spears that are bright green with tightly closed tips, and that are the same relative thickness so they'll cook in the same amount of time. Avoid buying spears that have tough, woody, white ends.
Many of these recipes included here are vegetarian, low carb, and/or gluten free. Asparagus might just be the perfect food.
I've divided these recipes roughly into categories, but many of them fit into more than one. You might need to go visit every one of these links to discover your favorite way to enjoy asparagus!
Asparagus Soup Recipes
Cream of Asparagus Soup from Oak Hill Homestead
Black Truffle Asparagus Soup from Dude That Cookz
Vegan Cream of Asparagus Soup (Gluten Free) from Rhian's Recipes
Asparagus Appetizers
The Best Gluten-Free Baked Asparagus Fries (Made from GF Bagels) by The Thrifty Couple
Asparagus Tomato Parmesan Squares, an easy asparagus appetizer from Confessions of An Over-Worked Mom
Crispy Asparagus Fries from Dancing Through the Rain
Sauteed Asparagus
Pan-Seared Asparagus with Soy Sauce and Garlic by Crayons and Cravings
Asparagus with Dijon Mustard from Cook Eat World
Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic, Butter & Parmesan from The Rising Spoon
Sausage, Asparagus and Quinoa from Everyday Savvy
Sauteed Asparagus with Bacon and Onions from Beyer Beware
Sauteed Asparagus and Mushrooms with Poached Eggs from HWC Magazine
Stir-fried Asparagus Dishes
Stir Fried Sesame Asparagus from Herbivore Cucina
Beef Stir Fry with Asparagus by Nut Free Wok
Pan-Fried Asparagus from Rocky Hedge Farm
Roasted Asparagus Dishes
Roasted Asparagus and Carrots from Through the Fibro Fog
Super Simple and Super Delicious Roasted Asparagus from Beyond the Chicken Coop
Easy Roasted Asparagus Lemon recipe made in the oven by Confessions of an Over-Worked Mom
Roasted Asparagus with Walnut Crema and Pecorino from Foodal
Roasted Garlic Lemon Asparagus from The Holy Mess
Balsamic Roasted Asparagus from Moneywise Moms
Balsamic Roasted New Potatoes with Asparagus from Wallflower Kitchen
Almond-Crusted Asparagus with Soy Yogurt Dip from Skinny Fitalicious
Baked Asparagus from the kitchen of Know Your Produce
Easy Flounder and Asparagus Packets by Mashup Mom
Quiche, Frittatas, Tarts and more
Spinach and Asparagus Frittata from Happy Foods Tube
Crustless Asparagus Quiche (Gluten Free) from Low Carb Yum
Asparagus, Bacon and Gruyere Tart from Older Mommy Still Yummy
Puff Pastry Pancetta Asparagus Quiche from An Italian in My Kitchen
Asparagus Quiche with Goat Cheese and Chives from Savory Simple
Italian Veggie Ricotta Frittata from Mash Up Mom
Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart from Dancing Through the Rain
Asparagus and Sun-Dried Tomato Puff Pasty Bites from Culinary Ginger
Cheddar Bacon Asparagus Chicken Rolls from Beauty and the Foodie
Spring Starter Flans with Wild Asparagus from Your Guardian Chef
Asparagus with Pasta Dishes
Lemon Asparagus Pasta with Grilled Chicken from Dinner at the Zoo
Chicken Asparagus Pasta from Courtney's Sweets
Pesto Tortellini Salad with Asparagus from The Kitchen is My Playground
Creamy Mushroom and Roasted Asparagus Pappardelle Pasta with Panko and Preserved Lemon Crunch from Feast in Thyme
Penne with Sausage and Asparagus Cream Sauce from An Italian in My Kitchen
Asparagus and Pancetta Baked Pasta from The Cook Report
Lemon Pasta with Grilled Asparagus and Chevre from Beyond Mere Sustenance
Creamy Pasta with Asparagus and Bacon from Uncommon Designs
Creamy Pesto Penne Pasta with Tomatoes and Asparagus by the Rising Spoon
Greek Yogurt Lemon Linguine with Asparagus and Mushrooms from Mashup Mom
Lemon Shrimp Asparagus Noodles (low carb) from My Life Cookbook
Chicken and Asparagus Spaghetti Bake from Julia's Simply Southern
Bacon Asparagus and Parmesan Pasta with a how-to video from Thrifty NW Mom
Asparagus and Chicken Dishes
Lemon Butter Chicken with Asparagus from The Weary Chef
Pesto Turkey and Asparagus from the Mummy Toolbox
Chicken and Asparagus Salad from Simply Stacie
Baked Lemon Chicken with Asparagus and Mushrooms from Mashup Mom
Spring Salad with Chicken and Lemon Dressing from Style and Grace
Garlic Asparagus with Chicken and Noodles from The Mummy Toolbox
Stuffed Chicken with Asparagus and Bacon from Joy Filled Eats
Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken from The Weary Chef
Asparagus with Bacon or Prosciutto Dishes
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus from Dinner at the Zoo
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Cream Cheese from Low Carb Yum
Bacon Asparagus Tarts Recipe from Thrifty Jinxy
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Appetizer from Melanie Cooks
Prosciutto Asparagus Spears from Ann's Entitled Life
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus from Dinner at the Zoo
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Recipe in the Oven from Wholesome Yum
Asparagus Salads, Casseroles and dishes that didn't quite fit anywhere else
Shaved Asparagus Salad with fresh asparagus, creamy avocado, toasted pine nuts and more, from Boulder Locavore
Shaved Purple Asparagus and Asian Vegetable Soba Noodles from Strength and Sunshine
Purple Cabbage and Shaved Asparagus Slaw with Cumin-Sesame Dressing from Foodal
Asparagus Casserole by Homemade Interest
Asparagus Casserole with Jarlsburg Cheese and Creme Fraiche from Hearth and Vine
Cheesy Asparagus and Potato Casserole from The Weary Chef
Easy Cheesy Asparagus Recipe from Wholesome Yum (low carb, gluten free)
Creamy Lemon Casarecce with Asparagus and Toasted Almonds from Pass Me Some Tasty
Lemon Parmesan Asparagus from My Life Cookbook (low carb)
Skillet Mushroom Asparagus from My Home-Based Life
Grilled Asparagus in Foil by Fresh Off the Grill
How to Make Easy Pickled Asparagus from Confessions of an Over-Worked Mom
What's your favorite way to enjoy asparagus?
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