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Asparagus Recipes You'll Love

Asparagus Recipes You'll Love

By The editors of MidwestLiving.com

Updated February 15, 2020

Credit: Brie Passano

Enjoy a taste of spring in our easy asparagus recipes, including recipes for roasted asparagus, asparagus salad, grilled asparagus and asparagus quiche.

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Bagel Strata with Asparagus and Ham

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Weekend guests? Create a bagel bar for Saturday's breakfast, then grab a couple of bagels to make this strata for Sunday morning.

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Roasted Asparagus and Gnocchi

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Keep it simple. Roast your entire dinner in one pan, then clear a little space in the corner of the pan to mix up a simple dressing. Bonus--one less dish to wash!

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Creamy Potato and Asparagus Soup

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

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Spicy Asparagus Relish

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Pickling is no mystery, especially if you leave out the canning part. Serve this kicky condiment on a relish tray or charcuterie board, or spoon it over grilled Italian sausages.

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Spinach-Asparagus Quiche

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

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Grilled Asparagus with Minty Lemon and Walnut Crumbs

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Dress up grilled asparagus with this crispy crumb mixture, sort of a savory streusel made with panko, walnuts, lemon zest and mint. The combo is especially good alongside pork or chicken.

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Garlic-Roasted Asparagus

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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.

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Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

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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.

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Grilled Asparagus & Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan

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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.

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Chicken and Asparagus Skillet Supper

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

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Shaved Asparagus Salad

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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.

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Bacon-Asparagus Strata

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

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Sesame Asparagus

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

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Vegetables

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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.

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Asparagus-Squash Salad

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

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Asparagus-Leek Risotto

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

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Ham-Wrapped Asparagus

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This iconic three-ingredient Spanish appetizer is an addictive finger food that's just salty and porky enough to go great with drinks.

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Asparagus Fritters

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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.

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Asparagus-Ham Bake

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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.

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Warm Asparagus Salad

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

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Tender-Crisp Spring Braise

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

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Asparagus-Zucchini Frittata

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

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Mushroom, Asparagus and Tofu Quiches

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

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Citrus-Roasted Asparagus

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

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English Muffin and Asparagus Bake

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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.

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Morel and Asparagus Crispy Pizza

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

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Spring Pork and Noodles

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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.

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Creamy Potato and Asparagus Soup

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Spicy Asparagus Relish

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Spinach-Asparagus Quiche

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Grilled Asparagus with Minty Lemon and Walnut Crumbs

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Garlic-Roasted Asparagus

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Chicken and Asparagus Risotto

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Grilled Asparagus & Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan

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Chicken and Asparagus Skillet Supper

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Shaved Asparagus Salad

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Bacon-Asparagus Strata

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Sesame Asparagus

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Vegetables

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Asparagus-Squash Salad

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Asparagus-Leek Risotto

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Ham-Wrapped Asparagus

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Asparagus Fritters

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Asparagus-Ham Bake

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Warm Asparagus Salad

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Tender-Crisp Spring Braise

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Asparagus-Zucchini Frittata

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Mushroom, Asparagus and Tofu Quiches

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Citrus-Roasted Asparagus

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English Muffin and Asparagus Bake

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Morel and Asparagus Crispy Pizza