20 Asparagus Recipes You Won’t Believe Are So Good

So I really love asparagus!

It’s one of my favorite vegetables. However, I often find that other people don’t like asparagus, and I honestly think it’s because they associate it with their childhood aversions to green or healthy vegetables or because they haven’t had it prepared correctly.

When asparagus is made well, it tastes good. So even if you have had it before, you owe it to yourself to try it again. I think you will find yourself changing your mind!

White Asparagus With Millet, Fig, Almonds and an Orange Maple Sauce

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This White asparagus is cooked briefly and then grilled briefly. Then you place them on a bed of roasted millet with figs. Slivered almonds and a sauce of almond paste, orange juice and maple syrup complete the dish. A bit of work but well worth it!

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Asperges à la Flamande

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Asperges à la Flamande is a classic Belgian side dish, pairing white asparagus with a mashed egg and herb topping. This healthy and delicious recipe can be ready in 20 minutes (or less!) and pairs wonderfully with several main dishes. 

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Skillet Roasted Asparagus

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The wonderful flavor of this crisp, tender Skillet Roasted Asparagus makes it a great quick and easy side dish. This oven-roasted asparagus recipe is simple and basic recipe and worth a try if you want something simple but delicious. 

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Roasted Asparagus Soup

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This roasted asparagus soup recipe is a lovely way to celebrate this spring vegetable, combining roasted asparagus with herbs in a creamy texture for a simple and nourishing dish.

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Asparagus Carbonara Recipe

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This Asparagus Carbonara is such a great way to use asparagus. It’s a full pasta meal that will have you making it again and again. 

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Cold Asparagus and Feta Salad With Lemon Dressing

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Easy to make, this fresh and tasty cold asparagus and feta salad is perfect for springtime lunches and dinners. Perfect in its simplicity, the lemon dressing creates the most vibrant salad side dish.

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Shaved Purple Asparagus & Asian Vegetable Soba Noodles

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This beautiful shaved purple asparagus and Asian vegetable soba noodle recipe is gluten-free and vegan. Elegance and freshness in a bowl make it the perfect healthy dinner or lunch. And did I mention how gorgeous it is?

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Slow Cooker Asparagus Leek Soup

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This light and flavorful asparagus soup is made in a slow cooker with leeks and other fresh vegetables. Purée everything to your desired smoothness for a cozy bowl of warm goodness!

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Creamy Vegan Asparagus Soup

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This Creamy Vegan Asparagus Soup is a velvety blend of fresh asparagus, aromatic garlic, and a touch of lemon. It creates a deliciously light yet comforting bowl that’s perfect for any season and ready in about 30 minutes.

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Roasted Carrots and Asparagus

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Looking for a simple yet delicious dish? Try this Roasted Carrots and Asparagus recipe! It combines the earthy sweetness of roasted carrots, the vibrant freshness of asparagus, and the creamy tang of goat cheese to create the perfect side dish.

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Roasted White Asparagus

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This roasted white asparagus recipe features fresh ingredients like pine nuts, capers, and dill. It’s the perfect dish that is made so pretty by the white asparagus. Surprise your guests or family by cooking something unique for your next family dinner.

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Asparagus and Mozzarella Salad

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Perfect for spring, this asparagus and mozzarella salad combines seasonal vegetables with creamy fresh cheese and a punchy herb dressing for lots of flavor. It’s easy to make and this cold asparagus salad comes together in around 30 minutes.

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Asparagus & Dill Chicken Salad

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Add some green to your usual chicken salad with this Fresh Veggie (including asparagus) and Dill Chicken Salad! It’s gluten-free and low-carb.

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Roasted Asparagus With Balsamic Vinegar Glaze

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Try this easy oven-roasted asparagus recipe with homemade balsamic vinegar glaze sprinkled with fresh parmesan. The asparagus is tender, juicy, and full of flavor.

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Grilled Asparagus

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As the warm months approach, it’s time to turn to the grill for a delightful summer treat. This is a simple and delicious grilled asparagus recipe for you to try. 

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Roasted Cauliflower and Asparagus 

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These roasted cauliflower and asparagus vegetables are their best! These roasted veggies are tender, flavorful, and so tasty. The combination of lemon and garlic elevates the vegetables! This is the perfect side dish for any meal.

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Warm Roasted Asparagus Salad With Eggs

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This simple warm asparagus salad recipe features delicious roasted asparagus, eggs with soft, runny yolks (poached or soft-boiled), parmesan shavings, and toasted pine nuts. The ingredients really shine in this elegant (yet easy to make) salad!

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Shrimp Foil Packs

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These Shrimp Foil Packs are a super simple dinner dish that is low carb and filled with flavor. With delicious, succulent shrimp and tender asparagus, these foil packs are perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or weekend cookout option.

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Asparagus Pesto Pasta With Minty Sugar Snap Peas

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This Asparagus Pesto Pasta with minty sugar snap peas is a super easy, nutritious vegetarian weeknight dinner that’s ready in thirty minutes or less! This dish is perfect for Springtime when asparagus, sugar snap peas, scallions, and mint are abundant and at their peak freshness. 

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Asparagus, Chard & Soba Summer Rolls With Spicy Peanut Sauce

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This is a healthy springtime spin on the typical Vietnamese summer roll with the addition of asparagus, swiss chard, and soba noodles. So yummy!

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