25 Asparagus Recipes You'll Want to Make Forever

 

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PHOTOGRAPHER: MORGAN HUNT GLAZE, FOOD STYLIST: MARGARET MONROE DICKEY, PROP STYLIST: SHELL ROYSTER

At its peak during springtime, asparagus can be cooked in so many delicious ways. Roast it for a side dish, blend it into a soup or bake it into a casserole—you name it, and asparagus can do it. Use the nutrient-dense vegetable to make highly-rated recipes like our Crustless Spinach & Asparagus Quiche with GruyΓ¨re and our Asparagus with Balsamic & Parmesan.

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Crustless Spinach & Asparagus Quiche with Gruyère

Crustless Spinach & Asparagus Quiche with Gruyere
PHOTOGRAPHY / CAITLIN BENSEL, STYLING / EMILY NABORS HALL / ULIA BAYLESS

This light but filling crustless spinach-and-asparagus quiche features plenty of spring vegetables baked with richly flavored GruyΓ¨re cheese. Enjoy a slice for dinner with a salad on the side or as part of a simple spring brunch.

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Garlic Butter-Roasted Salmon with Potatoes & Asparagus

Garlic-Butter Roasted Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus

PHOTOGRAPHER VICTOR PROTASIO, FOOD STYLIST MARGARET DICKEY, PROP STYLIST LYDIA PURSELL

This one-pan salmon and potatoes recipe makes a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner. Melted garlic butter coats the salmon and vegetables, adding depth of flavor and richness to the dish.

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Asparagus Casserole

Asparagus Casserole
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.

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Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole

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STACY K. ALLEN, PROPS: JULIA BAYLESS, FOOD STYLIST: ANA KELLEY

This lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner that's packed with omega-3 fatty acids—a polyunsaturated fat in salmon that can help tame inflammation and may even help lower blood pressure. Here, omega-3-rich salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven, instead of boiling on the stovetop, absorbing all the bright and lemony flavors while it cooks.

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Asparagus with Balsamic & Parmesan Is “So Easy and Quick”

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PHOTOGRAPHER: MORGAN HUNT GLAZE, FOOD STYLIST: MARGARET MONROE DICKEY, PROP STYLIST: SHELL ROYSTER

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.

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One-Pan Chicken & Asparagus Bake

One-Pan Chicken & Asparagus Bake
PHOTOGRAPHY / CAITLIN BENSEL, FOOD STYLING / EMILY NABORS HALL

In this chicken and asparagus bake recipe, we use one baking sheet to whip up dinner quickly, veggies included. Pounding the chicken thin helps it cook quickly alongside the carrots and potatoes, with asparagus rounding out the meal.

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Creamy Asparagus-Potato Soup

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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.

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Potato, Asparagus & Mushroom Hash

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Made with asparagus, roasted red pepper and mushrooms, this hash has a fresh and light, springtime taste. Serve with hearty whole-grain toast for an easy vegan breakfast or with an egg on top for a vegetarian take.

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Honey-Mustard Chicken with Asparagus Farrotto

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Risotto gets a whole-grain upgrade by swapping in farro (a type of wheat) for the white rice. The farrotto adds a chewy bite and nutty flavor, plus 4 extra grams of fiber per serving.

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Farro & Vegetable Bowls with Lemon-Shallot Herb Sauce

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.

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Chili-Rubbed Tilapia with Asparagus & Lemon

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Tilapia, a relatively plentiful fish, has the unfortunate reputation of being dull. All it needs is a spice rub, a familiar barbecuing technique that works just as well indoors. You could also use this rub on chicken breasts or toss it with lightly oiled shrimp before cooking.

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Grilled Asparagus & Shrimp with Pasta

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Topped with fresh mint, this pasta dish is perfect for any night of the week!

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Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta

Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta Frittata
PHOTOGRAPHER / JACOB FOX, FOOD STYLING / SUE MITCHELL, FOOD STYLING / KELSEY BULAT

Serve this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.

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Skillet Gnocchi with Shrimp & Asparagus

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The gnocchi cooks right in the skillet, along with shrimp, shallots, asparagus and Parmesan cheese, in this gnocchi recipe. Look for shelf-stable gnocchi near other pasta. Serve with baby arugula salad with vinaigrette and a glass of pinot grigio.

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Creamy Mushroom, Chicken & Asparagus Bake

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This comforting weeknight casserole recipe features plenty of mushrooms and asparagus combined with chicken and brown rice and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. Whip this up anytime you have leftover chicken or cooked brown rice to spare.

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Ham & Asparagus Quiche

Ham & Asparagus Quiche
VICTOR PROTASIO

This spring ham-and-asparagus quiche is perfect for brunch or dinner with a green salad on the side. If you've got leftover Easter ham, let it shine paired with tender asparagus in this crustless quiche. Emmenthal cheese adds a rich, sharp flavor, but Swiss cheese is an excellent alternative.

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Rosemary Roasted Salmon with Asparagus & Potatoes

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Yukon Golds are great here because they get crispy on the outside but completely creamy on the inside. A brush stroke or two of balsamic glaze provides a rich color and a sweet finish to the roasted salmon.

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Strata with Goat Cheese & Asparagus

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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.

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Asparagus Tart

Asparagus Tart
PHOTOGRAPHER / JENNIFER CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST / MELISSA GRAY, PROP STYLIST / KAY CLARKE

This asparagus tart is balanced by notes of savory GruyΓ¨re, fresh asparagus and creamy ricotta cheese. Sweet peas and honey round out the flavors, with a dash of heat coming from crushed red pepper.

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Baked Asparagus & Cheese Frittata

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ANTONIS ACHILLEOS

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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Potato, Leek & Asparagus Soup

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.

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One-Pot Lemon Asparagus Pasta with Shrimp

One-Pot Lemon-Asparagus Pasta with Shrimp
BRIE PASSANO

This quick one-pot shrimp and pasta dinner is cooked with asparagus in a lemony sauce. Feta cheese sprinkled over the top adds another savory layer, but feel free to skip it and add additional fresh herbs and a lemon slice instead.

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Coriander-&-Lemon-Crusted Salmon with Asparagus Salad & Poached Egg

Coriander-&-Lemon-Crusted Salmon with Asparagus Salad & Poached Egg

Crushed coriander seeds and lemon zest give this quick salmon recipe praiseworthy flavor that pairs beautifully with a shaved asparagus and poached egg salad. Served with a glass of white wine, this healthy recipe makes the ultimate lunch or light dinner.

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Salmon Noodle Casserole

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PHOTOGRAPHER: BRIE GOLDMAN, FOOD STYLIST: CHARLIE WORTHINGTON

This salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.

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Lemon Asparagus Pasta

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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.