CloseWe love all the produce spring brings to our supermarkets and kitchens—and asparagus is no exception. Whether you’re using green, purple or white asparagus, these asparagus side dishes are a great way to make the most of this stellar vegetable. Each side dish requires just 20 minutes of active time or less, so you can get dinner started with ease. For recipes like our Cheesy Asparagus and Fresh Asparagus-Tomato Salad, make sure you havefirm, brightly colored asparagusfor a delicious dish.When choosing fresh asparagus from the grocery store or market, look for it to be rich in color, firm and with tightly closed tips. While thin spears (also known as pencil asparagus) are visually appealing on a plate, the thicker stalks are prized for being more tender and easier to eat. Plus, they’ve got more fiber, too. But no matter which you choose, the flavor will be about the same.01of 11Cheesy AsparagusView RecipeIn this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole smothered in a creamy, cheesy garlic sauce. This low-carb side dish is a great way to entice picky eaters to eat their veggies! Pair it with roast chicken or steak.02of 11Garlic-Parmesan AsparagusView RecipeIn this garlic-Parmesan-crusted asparagus recipe, we combine Parmesan cheese, whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs and walnuts for a crispy topping that’s baked over asparagus. Roasting the asparagus spears in a hot oven keeps them tender-crisp in this quick side dish!03of 11Air-Fryer AsparagusView RecipeFred HardyUse your air fryer to crisp up tender asparagus for a simple and easy side dish. If your air fryer is large enough, you can cook the asparagus in one batch. If it’s smaller, cook the asparagus in two batches, keeping the first batch warm as the second batch cooks.04of 11Easy Sautéed AsparagusView RecipePhotography / Caitlin Bensel, Styling / Emily Nabors Hall / Julia BaylessThis easy sautéed asparagus comes together in a flash. Tender-crisp asparagus is delicious on its own brightened up with a touch of lemon or jazzed up with a crispy topping, fresh herbs or crumbled cheese with the variations below.05of 11Shaved Asparagus Salad with Truffle VinaigretteView RecipeRaw asparagus and mâche give this salad a crisp bite and a spring vibe. Along those lines, chef Vitaly Paley, who owned Paley’s Place in Portland, Oregon (it closed in 2021), sometimes swapped thinly sliced raw artichoke hearts for the asparagus to deliver a similar mild, fresh crunch.06of 11Pickled AsparagusView RecipeIn this unique asparagus recipe, we swap out the cucumbers typically used for pickling and opt for asparagus spears instead, which remain tender-crisp even after soaking up the sweet-tangy pickling liquid. Serve these pickled asparagus spears as part of an appetizer spread, chop them up to use as a salad topper or munch on them as a zingy, refreshing snack.07of 11Grilled AsparagusView RecipeGrilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about one inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.08of 11Fresh Asparagus-Tomato SaladView RecipeTopped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbecue or picnic.09of 11Roasted Asparagus ParmesanView RecipeThis oven-roasted asparagus Parmesan has just the right amount of cheese—and it’s incredibly easy to make. Serve this healthy side dish with chicken, fish, lamb—or any other protein.10of 11Cream of Asparagus SoupView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus11of 11Spring Vegetable Salad with Asparagus & ScallionsView RecipeAsparagus, radishes and scallions herald the start of the spring season at the farmers market (or in your garden). Take advantage of these early growers and turn them into a spectacular spring salad mix. Keep it in your fridge as a base to top with protein, cheese and dressing for easy packable salads to take to work.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
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We love all the produce spring brings to our supermarkets and kitchens—and asparagus is no exception. Whether you’re using green, purple or white asparagus, these asparagus side dishes are a great way to make the most of this stellar vegetable. Each side dish requires just 20 minutes of active time or less, so you can get dinner started with ease. For recipes like our Cheesy Asparagus and Fresh Asparagus-Tomato Salad, make sure you havefirm, brightly colored asparagusfor a delicious dish.When choosing fresh asparagus from the grocery store or market, look for it to be rich in color, firm and with tightly closed tips. While thin spears (also known as pencil asparagus) are visually appealing on a plate, the thicker stalks are prized for being more tender and easier to eat. Plus, they’ve got more fiber, too. But no matter which you choose, the flavor will be about the same.01of 11Cheesy AsparagusView RecipeIn this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole smothered in a creamy, cheesy garlic sauce. This low-carb side dish is a great way to entice picky eaters to eat their veggies! Pair it with roast chicken or steak.02of 11Garlic-Parmesan AsparagusView RecipeIn this garlic-Parmesan-crusted asparagus recipe, we combine Parmesan cheese, whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs and walnuts for a crispy topping that’s baked over asparagus. Roasting the asparagus spears in a hot oven keeps them tender-crisp in this quick side dish!03of 11Air-Fryer AsparagusView RecipeFred HardyUse your air fryer to crisp up tender asparagus for a simple and easy side dish. If your air fryer is large enough, you can cook the asparagus in one batch. If it’s smaller, cook the asparagus in two batches, keeping the first batch warm as the second batch cooks.04of 11Easy Sautéed AsparagusView RecipePhotography / Caitlin Bensel, Styling / Emily Nabors Hall / Julia BaylessThis easy sautéed asparagus comes together in a flash. Tender-crisp asparagus is delicious on its own brightened up with a touch of lemon or jazzed up with a crispy topping, fresh herbs or crumbled cheese with the variations below.05of 11Shaved Asparagus Salad with Truffle VinaigretteView RecipeRaw asparagus and mâche give this salad a crisp bite and a spring vibe. Along those lines, chef Vitaly Paley, who owned Paley’s Place in Portland, Oregon (it closed in 2021), sometimes swapped thinly sliced raw artichoke hearts for the asparagus to deliver a similar mild, fresh crunch.06of 11Pickled AsparagusView RecipeIn this unique asparagus recipe, we swap out the cucumbers typically used for pickling and opt for asparagus spears instead, which remain tender-crisp even after soaking up the sweet-tangy pickling liquid. Serve these pickled asparagus spears as part of an appetizer spread, chop them up to use as a salad topper or munch on them as a zingy, refreshing snack.07of 11Grilled AsparagusView RecipeGrilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about one inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.08of 11Fresh Asparagus-Tomato SaladView RecipeTopped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbecue or picnic.09of 11Roasted Asparagus ParmesanView RecipeThis oven-roasted asparagus Parmesan has just the right amount of cheese—and it’s incredibly easy to make. Serve this healthy side dish with chicken, fish, lamb—or any other protein.10of 11Cream of Asparagus SoupView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus11of 11Spring Vegetable Salad with Asparagus & ScallionsView RecipeAsparagus, radishes and scallions herald the start of the spring season at the farmers market (or in your garden). Take advantage of these early growers and turn them into a spectacular spring salad mix. Keep it in your fridge as a base to top with protein, cheese and dressing for easy packable salads to take to work.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
We love all the produce spring brings to our supermarkets and kitchens—and asparagus is no exception. Whether you’re using green, purple or white asparagus, these asparagus side dishes are a great way to make the most of this stellar vegetable. Each side dish requires just 20 minutes of active time or less, so you can get dinner started with ease. For recipes like our Cheesy Asparagus and Fresh Asparagus-Tomato Salad, make sure you havefirm, brightly colored asparagusfor a delicious dish.When choosing fresh asparagus from the grocery store or market, look for it to be rich in color, firm and with tightly closed tips. While thin spears (also known as pencil asparagus) are visually appealing on a plate, the thicker stalks are prized for being more tender and easier to eat. Plus, they’ve got more fiber, too. But no matter which you choose, the flavor will be about the same.
We love all the produce spring brings to our supermarkets and kitchens—and asparagus is no exception. Whether you’re using green, purple or white asparagus, these asparagus side dishes are a great way to make the most of this stellar vegetable. Each side dish requires just 20 minutes of active time or less, so you can get dinner started with ease. For recipes like our Cheesy Asparagus and Fresh Asparagus-Tomato Salad, make sure you havefirm, brightly colored asparagusfor a delicious dish.
When choosing fresh asparagus from the grocery store or market, look for it to be rich in color, firm and with tightly closed tips. While thin spears (also known as pencil asparagus) are visually appealing on a plate, the thicker stalks are prized for being more tender and easier to eat. Plus, they’ve got more fiber, too. But no matter which you choose, the flavor will be about the same.
01of 11Cheesy AsparagusView RecipeIn this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole smothered in a creamy, cheesy garlic sauce. This low-carb side dish is a great way to entice picky eaters to eat their veggies! Pair it with roast chicken or steak.02of 11Garlic-Parmesan AsparagusView RecipeIn this garlic-Parmesan-crusted asparagus recipe, we combine Parmesan cheese, whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs and walnuts for a crispy topping that’s baked over asparagus. Roasting the asparagus spears in a hot oven keeps them tender-crisp in this quick side dish!03of 11Air-Fryer AsparagusView RecipeFred HardyUse your air fryer to crisp up tender asparagus for a simple and easy side dish. If your air fryer is large enough, you can cook the asparagus in one batch. If it’s smaller, cook the asparagus in two batches, keeping the first batch warm as the second batch cooks.04of 11Easy Sautéed AsparagusView RecipePhotography / Caitlin Bensel, Styling / Emily Nabors Hall / Julia BaylessThis easy sautéed asparagus comes together in a flash. Tender-crisp asparagus is delicious on its own brightened up with a touch of lemon or jazzed up with a crispy topping, fresh herbs or crumbled cheese with the variations below.05of 11Shaved Asparagus Salad with Truffle VinaigretteView RecipeRaw asparagus and mâche give this salad a crisp bite and a spring vibe. Along those lines, chef Vitaly Paley, who owned Paley’s Place in Portland, Oregon (it closed in 2021), sometimes swapped thinly sliced raw artichoke hearts for the asparagus to deliver a similar mild, fresh crunch.06of 11Pickled AsparagusView RecipeIn this unique asparagus recipe, we swap out the cucumbers typically used for pickling and opt for asparagus spears instead, which remain tender-crisp even after soaking up the sweet-tangy pickling liquid. Serve these pickled asparagus spears as part of an appetizer spread, chop them up to use as a salad topper or munch on them as a zingy, refreshing snack.07of 11Grilled AsparagusView RecipeGrilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about one inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.08of 11Fresh Asparagus-Tomato SaladView RecipeTopped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbecue or picnic.09of 11Roasted Asparagus ParmesanView RecipeThis oven-roasted asparagus Parmesan has just the right amount of cheese—and it’s incredibly easy to make. Serve this healthy side dish with chicken, fish, lamb—or any other protein.10of 11Cream of Asparagus SoupView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus11of 11Spring Vegetable Salad with Asparagus & ScallionsView RecipeAsparagus, radishes and scallions herald the start of the spring season at the farmers market (or in your garden). Take advantage of these early growers and turn them into a spectacular spring salad mix. Keep it in your fridge as a base to top with protein, cheese and dressing for easy packable salads to take to work.
01of 11Cheesy AsparagusView RecipeIn this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole smothered in a creamy, cheesy garlic sauce. This low-carb side dish is a great way to entice picky eaters to eat their veggies! Pair it with roast chicken or steak.
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Cheesy Asparagus
View Recipe
In this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole smothered in a creamy, cheesy garlic sauce. This low-carb side dish is a great way to entice picky eaters to eat their veggies! Pair it with roast chicken or steak.
02of 11Garlic-Parmesan AsparagusView RecipeIn this garlic-Parmesan-crusted asparagus recipe, we combine Parmesan cheese, whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs and walnuts for a crispy topping that’s baked over asparagus. Roasting the asparagus spears in a hot oven keeps them tender-crisp in this quick side dish!
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Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus
In this garlic-Parmesan-crusted asparagus recipe, we combine Parmesan cheese, whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs and walnuts for a crispy topping that’s baked over asparagus. Roasting the asparagus spears in a hot oven keeps them tender-crisp in this quick side dish!
03of 11Air-Fryer AsparagusView RecipeFred HardyUse your air fryer to crisp up tender asparagus for a simple and easy side dish. If your air fryer is large enough, you can cook the asparagus in one batch. If it’s smaller, cook the asparagus in two batches, keeping the first batch warm as the second batch cooks.
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Air-Fryer Asparagus
Fred Hardy
Use your air fryer to crisp up tender asparagus for a simple and easy side dish. If your air fryer is large enough, you can cook the asparagus in one batch. If it’s smaller, cook the asparagus in two batches, keeping the first batch warm as the second batch cooks.
04of 11Easy Sautéed AsparagusView RecipePhotography / Caitlin Bensel, Styling / Emily Nabors Hall / Julia BaylessThis easy sautéed asparagus comes together in a flash. Tender-crisp asparagus is delicious on its own brightened up with a touch of lemon or jazzed up with a crispy topping, fresh herbs or crumbled cheese with the variations below.
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Easy Sautéed Asparagus
Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Styling / Emily Nabors Hall / Julia Bayless
This easy sautéed asparagus comes together in a flash. Tender-crisp asparagus is delicious on its own brightened up with a touch of lemon or jazzed up with a crispy topping, fresh herbs or crumbled cheese with the variations below.
05of 11Shaved Asparagus Salad with Truffle VinaigretteView RecipeRaw asparagus and mâche give this salad a crisp bite and a spring vibe. Along those lines, chef Vitaly Paley, who owned Paley’s Place in Portland, Oregon (it closed in 2021), sometimes swapped thinly sliced raw artichoke hearts for the asparagus to deliver a similar mild, fresh crunch.
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Shaved Asparagus Salad with Truffle Vinaigrette
Raw asparagus and mâche give this salad a crisp bite and a spring vibe. Along those lines, chef Vitaly Paley, who owned Paley’s Place in Portland, Oregon (it closed in 2021), sometimes swapped thinly sliced raw artichoke hearts for the asparagus to deliver a similar mild, fresh crunch.
06of 11Pickled AsparagusView RecipeIn this unique asparagus recipe, we swap out the cucumbers typically used for pickling and opt for asparagus spears instead, which remain tender-crisp even after soaking up the sweet-tangy pickling liquid. Serve these pickled asparagus spears as part of an appetizer spread, chop them up to use as a salad topper or munch on them as a zingy, refreshing snack.
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Pickled Asparagus
In this unique asparagus recipe, we swap out the cucumbers typically used for pickling and opt for asparagus spears instead, which remain tender-crisp even after soaking up the sweet-tangy pickling liquid. Serve these pickled asparagus spears as part of an appetizer spread, chop them up to use as a salad topper or munch on them as a zingy, refreshing snack.
07of 11Grilled AsparagusView RecipeGrilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about one inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.
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Grilled Asparagus
Grilling is a simple and fast way to cook asparagus that yields a delicious result every time. Trimming off about one inch of the asparagus yields the best flavor—the ends are tough and hard to chew.
08of 11Fresh Asparagus-Tomato SaladView RecipeTopped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbecue or picnic.
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Fresh Asparagus-Tomato Salad
Topped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbecue or picnic.
09of 11Roasted Asparagus ParmesanView RecipeThis oven-roasted asparagus Parmesan has just the right amount of cheese—and it’s incredibly easy to make. Serve this healthy side dish with chicken, fish, lamb—or any other protein.
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Roasted Asparagus Parmesan
This oven-roasted asparagus Parmesan has just the right amount of cheese—and it’s incredibly easy to make. Serve this healthy side dish with chicken, fish, lamb—or any other protein.
10of 11Cream of Asparagus SoupView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus
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Cream of Asparagus Soup
Victor Protasio
This cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus
11of 11Spring Vegetable Salad with Asparagus & ScallionsView RecipeAsparagus, radishes and scallions herald the start of the spring season at the farmers market (or in your garden). Take advantage of these early growers and turn them into a spectacular spring salad mix. Keep it in your fridge as a base to top with protein, cheese and dressing for easy packable salads to take to work.
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Spring Vegetable Salad with Asparagus & Scallions
Asparagus, radishes and scallions herald the start of the spring season at the farmers market (or in your garden). Take advantage of these early growers and turn them into a spectacular spring salad mix. Keep it in your fridge as a base to top with protein, cheese and dressing for easy packable salads to take to work.
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