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Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Asparagus is available at grocery stores year-round, but it’s best during the spring season, and we plan to take full advantage of it with these bright side dishes. Whether you enjoy asparagus alone, in a salad or with other vegetables, it ispacked with fiber, vitamins A, C, E and K and antioxidants. Try this healthy vegetable in recipes like Grilled Asparagus Parmesan and Asparagus Salad with Eggs & Jambon de Bayonne for a fresh and delicious side.These asparagus recipes pair well with nearly every main course, whether you’re grilling out or cooking in: steaks and burgers, chicken of all kinds, salmon, scallops and shrimp, mushroom risotto, simple pasta with garlic and olive oil, omelets and frittatas. And it’s easy to round out the meal further with an additional side of fluffy rice or whole grains, roasted potatoes or crusty loaf of bread.
Asparagus is available at grocery stores year-round, but it’s best during the spring season, and we plan to take full advantage of it with these bright side dishes. Whether you enjoy asparagus alone, in a salad or with other vegetables, it ispacked with fiber, vitamins A, C, E and K and antioxidants. Try this healthy vegetable in recipes like Grilled Asparagus Parmesan and Asparagus Salad with Eggs & Jambon de Bayonne for a fresh and delicious side.
These asparagus recipes pair well with nearly every main course, whether you’re grilling out or cooking in: steaks and burgers, chicken of all kinds, salmon, scallops and shrimp, mushroom risotto, simple pasta with garlic and olive oil, omelets and frittatas. And it’s easy to round out the meal further with an additional side of fluffy rice or whole grains, roasted potatoes or crusty loaf of bread.
01of 21Asparagus CasseroleView RecipeJason DonnellyBlanching the asparagus before assembling this casserole helps to maintain its vibrant green color. This asparagus casserole is perfect for the holidays or a weeknight dinner.
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Asparagus Casserole
View Recipe
Jason Donnelly
Blanching the asparagus before assembling this casserole helps to maintain its vibrant green color. This asparagus casserole is perfect for the holidays or a weeknight dinner.
02of 21Grilled Asparagus ParmesanView RecipeCaitlin BenselGrilled asparagus gets a light and flavorful coating of finely grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon in this easy grilled side dish.
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Grilled Asparagus Parmesan
Caitlin Bensel
Grilled asparagus gets a light and flavorful coating of finely grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon in this easy grilled side dish.
03of 21Asparagus Salad with Eggs & Jambon de BayonneView RecipeThis impressive-looking asparagus salad recipe is actually very easy to make. After quickly boiling the asparagus, the same water is used to soft-boil the eggs. Piment d’Espelette is a sweet, spicy ground pepper from the Basque region of France. While it’s not essential, it does add a subtle kick to the otherwise mellow flavors of this salad. Look for this spice at specialty stores and well-stocked markets—or substitute smoked paprika.
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Asparagus Salad with Eggs & Jambon de Bayonne
This impressive-looking asparagus salad recipe is actually very easy to make. After quickly boiling the asparagus, the same water is used to soft-boil the eggs. Piment d’Espelette is a sweet, spicy ground pepper from the Basque region of France. While it’s not essential, it does add a subtle kick to the otherwise mellow flavors of this salad. Look for this spice at specialty stores and well-stocked markets—or substitute smoked paprika.
04of 21Cream 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.
05of 21Garlic-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!
06of 21Lemon Asparagus PastaView RecipeLemon zest ties all the flavors together in this light and creamy pasta. Make it a meal: Serve with a salad of sliced fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes tossed with a little fresh basil, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
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Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Lemon zest ties all the flavors together in this light and creamy pasta. Make it a meal: Serve with a salad of sliced fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes tossed with a little fresh basil, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
07of 21Asparagus TabboulehView RecipeAsparagus and pomegranate seeds are a fun addition to this easy tabbouleh recipe. Serve this healthy whole-grain side with chicken kebabs, tzatziki and pita bread for a Middle Eastern-inspired dinner.
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Asparagus Tabbouleh
Asparagus and pomegranate seeds are a fun addition to this easy tabbouleh recipe. Serve this healthy whole-grain side with chicken kebabs, tzatziki and pita bread for a Middle Eastern-inspired dinner.
08of 21Quick & Easy Asparagus with Balsamic & ParmesanView RecipePhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell RoysterElevate your main course with these tender-crisp asparagus spears drizzled with a glossy balsamic glaze and topped with Parmesan cheese. Try to find asparagus spears that are a medium thickness—slightly larger around than a pencil. Although thinner or thicker asparagus will work, be mindful that the cooking time may differ.
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Quick & Easy Asparagus with Balsamic & Parmesan
Elevate your main course with these tender-crisp asparagus spears drizzled with a glossy balsamic glaze and topped with Parmesan cheese. Try to find asparagus spears that are a medium thickness—slightly larger around than a pencil. Although thinner or thicker asparagus will work, be mindful that the cooking time may differ.
09of 21Farro & Vegetable Bowls with Lemon-Shallot Herb SauceView RecipePHOTOGRAPHER: GREG DUPREE, FOOD STYLIST: MARTGARET DICKEY PROP STYLIST: KAY CLARKEThese hearty grain bowls make the perfect lunch or dinner. You can use any assortment of roasted vegetables you like. The herb sauce adds brightness, while chopped pistachios provide crunch. Use any leftover sauce as a spread on a sandwich or drizzle over fried eggs.
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Farro & Vegetable Bowls with Lemon-Shallot Herb Sauce
PHOTOGRAPHER: GREG DUPREE, FOOD STYLIST: MARTGARET DICKEY PROP STYLIST: KAY CLARKE
These hearty grain bowls make the perfect lunch or dinner. You can use any assortment of roasted vegetables you like. The herb sauce adds brightness, while chopped pistachios provide crunch. Use any leftover sauce as a spread on a sandwich or drizzle over fried eggs.
10of 21Creamy Asparagus-Potato SoupView RecipeIn this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.
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Creamy Asparagus-Potato Soup
In this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.
11of 21Strata with Goat Cheese & AsparagusView RecipePhotographer: Stacy K. Allen. Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Christina BrockmanWith a fluffy and light texture, this strata makes the perfect breakfast or brunch dish. Crumbles of goat cheese ensure each bite is salty and creamy. If the goat cheese is soft, place it in the fridge to harden, which will make crumbling easier.
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Strata with Goat Cheese & Asparagus
Photographer: Stacy K. Allen. Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
With a fluffy and light texture, this strata makes the perfect breakfast or brunch dish. Crumbles of goat cheese ensure each bite is salty and creamy. If the goat cheese is soft, place it in the fridge to harden, which will make crumbling easier.
12of 21Air-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.
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Asparagus Tart
Photographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke
14of 21Baked Asparagus & Cheese FrittataView RecipeEatingWellPerfect for a spring brunch or light supper, this Italian omelet is baked so it is easy to serve to a group.
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Baked Asparagus & Cheese Frittata
EatingWell
Perfect for a spring brunch or light supper, this Italian omelet is baked so it is easy to serve to a group.
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Spicy Green Salad with Soy & Roasted Garlic Dressing
Photography / Jenny Huang, Food Styling / Tyna Hoang, Prop Styling / Nicole Louie
16of 21Roasted Asparagus with Chive-Anchovy ButterView RecipePhotographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey BulatLemon zest, anchovies, chives and garlic bring complex bright, savory flavor to the butter coating this asparagus. Toasted breadcrumbs add crunch.
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Roasted Asparagus with Chive-Anchovy Butter
Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey Bulat
Lemon zest, anchovies, chives and garlic bring complex bright, savory flavor to the butter coating this asparagus. Toasted breadcrumbs add crunch.
17of 21Fresh Asparagus-Tomato SaladView RecipeTopped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbeque 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 barbeque or picnic.
18of 21Cheesy AsparagusView RecipeIn this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole and 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
In this cheesy baked asparagus recipe, asparagus spears are roasted whole and 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.
19of 21Spring 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.
20of 21Potato, Leek & Asparagus SoupView RecipeCharlotte & Johnny AutryRather than tossing your potato peels, asparagus stalks and leek tops, cook them down into this soup instead. Once tender, they’ll blend right in. Plus, they contain prebiotic fiber to help feed the good bugs in your gut. We reserve the asparagus tips to pan-fry with peas for a bright green garnish.
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Potato, Leek & Asparagus Soup
Charlotte & Johnny Autry
Rather than tossing your potato peels, asparagus stalks and leek tops, cook them down into this soup instead. Once tender, they’ll blend right in. Plus, they contain prebiotic fiber to help feed the good bugs in your gut. We reserve the asparagus tips to pan-fry with peas for a bright green garnish.
21of 21Grilled AsparagusView RecipeCaitlin BenselGrilling 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.
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