Asparagus Recipes You'll Love

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

Creamy Potato and Asparagus Soup 

This hearty quiche recipe comes from Fire Lake Camp farm in Paola, Kansas, where a U-pick asparagus patch draws visitors every spring.

Spinach-Asparagus Quiche

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.

Shaved Asparagus Salad

Gremolata is an Italian condiment made of parsley, lemon zest and garlic. Blend with crispy breadcrumbs to top eggs and asparagus.

Asparagus with Poached Egg and Gremolata Breadcrumbs

This simple recipe from Fire Lake Camp farm in Paola, Kansas, is sure to become a spring standard on your table; it's perfect for both brunch and dinner. Don't be tempted to skip the lemon juice; the acidity brightens the flavors of the whole dish.

Garlic-Roasted Asparagus

Warm asparagus wilts the peppery arugula and melds all the flavors in this grilled salad. Use Parmigiano-Reggiano from Italy and fresh squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.

Grilled Asparagus & Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan

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.

Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

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

Chicken and Asparagus Skillet Supper 

Asparagus, bacon and roasted red sweet peppers update a classic breakfast casserole mix of eggs, bread and cheese.

Bacon-Asparagus Strata 

Hiding chard and asparagus in the crust of the pizza is sneaky, but we don’t mind the trick. The unusual rice crust means this veggie-packed pizza isn’t just healthy: it’s gluten free. 

Swiss Chard and Asparagus Pizza

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

Sesame Asparagus 

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. 

Fettuccine Alfredo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Vegetables 

Homemade mustard-herb dressing gives just the right tang to a simple mix of fresh asparagus, yellow summer squash, salad greens and sunflower seeds.

Asparagus-Squash Salad

Leeks, oven-roasted asparagus and lemon peel add flavor and pretty spring color to creamy risotto.

Asparagus-Leek Risotto

Asparagus fritters are a spring customer favorite at Bread and Cup in Lincoln, Nebraska. Chef-owner Kevin Shinn says you can use the same batter recipe with other vegetables, such as sweet peas.

Asparagus Fritters

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.

Asparagus-Ham Bake 

This warm vegetable salad boasts a flavorful blend of goat cheese, dates, pecans and asparagus tossed with balsamic vinaigrette.

Warm Asparagus Salad

Fill boneless chicken breasts with deviled ham and asparagus spears for a nicely seasoned twist on a dinnertime staple.

Ham-and-Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken 

Country bread is a French sourdough that’s dense and sturdy, perfect for a piled-high tartine like this one.

Asparagus and Prosciutto Tartines

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

Tender-Crisp Spring Braise

Crisp-tender asparagus and zucchini bring color to this healthy, crowd-pleasing casserole. Each serving has just 84 calories and 2 grams of fat.

Asparagus-Zucchini Frittata

Tofu and soy cheese boost the protein of this golden vegetable and egg dish. Use fresh assorted mushrooms, including morels.

Mushroom, Asparagus and Tofu Quiches

Oranges and lemons add bright flavor to this quick and easy roasted asparagus recipe. Drizzle with homemade vinaigrette, and garnish with roasted citrus slices.

Citrus-Roasted Asparagus 

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.

English Muffin and Asparagus Bake 

Morels, Gruyere cheese, asparagus and fresh thyme top a homemade pizza crust.

Morel and Asparagus Crispy Pizza

Seasonal veggies, pork and soy sauce dressing flavor this bright-tasting chilled noodle dish. Make this easy main dish ahead of time so it's ready for a light weekday dinner.

Spring Pork and Noodles