26 Lovely Asparagus Recipes for Spring
Updated: Apr. 16, 2021Make the most of this versatile veggie while it's in season.
Roast Beef Aioli Bundles
Don’t let these dainty bundles fool you. They’re so perfectly balanced, everyone will gobble them up! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Roasted Asparagus Lasagna
My husband is a “meat and potatoes” kind of guy, so the first time I made this meatless recipe, he was not thrilled. Once he tried it, he was hooked. Now he asks me to prepare it often. —Cindy Macha, Richmond, Texas
Asparagus-Spinach Pasta Salad
Fresh spinach, crunchy cashews, and penne pasta are tossed with roasted asparagus to create this delightful spring salad. —Kathleen Lucas, Trumbull, Connecticut
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
My husband and I grill dinner almost every night, and I love grilling asparagus for a side dish. I serve these bacon-wrapped spears with grilled meat and sliced fresh tomatoes for a wonderful meal. —Trisha Kitts, Dickinson, Texas
Baked Asparagus Dip
Since I’m from Wisconsin, I thought it was only logical to put together a vegetable and a cheese—two of the foods my state produces in abundance. —Sandra Baratka, Phillips, Wisconsin
Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Rolls
With its pretty presentation and sensational flavors, this rich entree makes any meal feel special. —Louise Ambrose, Kingston, New York
Creamy Asparagus Chowder
While this soup’s good with fresh asparagus, it can also be prepared with frozen or canned. In fact, I like to blanch and freeze asparagus in portions just right for the recipe—this way, I can make our favorite chowder all year. —Shirley Beachum, Shelby, Michigan
Asparagus Frittata
You would never guess that egg substitute is used in this fun variation on the classic frittata. I loaded it with fresh asparagus in honor of springtime. —James Bates, Hermiston, Oregon
Fresh Asparagus with Pecans
This is one of my family’s favorite special occasion dishes. We all love the fresh taste of asparagus and we know it’s healthy, too! —Jennifer Clark, Blacksburg, Virginia
Chicken Sausage & Gnocchi Skillet
I had a bunch of fresh veggies and combined them with sausage, gnocchi, and goat cheese when I needed a quick dinner. Mix and match your own ingredients for unique results. —Dahlia Abrams, Detroit, Michigan
Asparagus Snack Squares
We have asparagus almost every day during the short Midwest growing season. This quick pizza-like dish is great for a luncheon or a light dinner, or as an appetizer. For variety, you can saute half a pound of sliced fresh mushrooms with the onion and garlic. —Judy Wagner, Chicago, Illinois
Sauteed Spring Vegetables
Yellow squash, green asparagus, and red onion help usher in the flavors of springtime. For an Asian flavor twist, substitute soy sauce for the balsamic vinegar (adjusting the salt due to the soy sauce). Use red pepper flakes for a little added heat. —Billy Hensley, Mount Carmel, Tennessee
Lemon-Roasted Asparagus
When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it’s hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy recipe burst with every bite. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Tortellini with Asparagus & Lemon
This is a terrific warm-weather dish, loaded with fresh flavors. I make mine meatless, but some sliced grilled chicken on top would be awesome, too. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Asparagus Cream Cheese Omelet
When asparagus is in season, it makes an appearance at almost all of my meals. It tastes fantastic in this omelet, and it looks pretty, too. —Jane Cain, Junction City, Ohio
Baked Cod Piccata with Asparagus
It takes longer for the oven to preheat than it does to prepare this delicious, good-for-you dish. While it’s baking, I throw together a quick salad. —Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania
Chicken and Asparagus Crepes
The crepes used in this recipe come from my mom’s special recipe, and can be made ahead of time, refrigerated to assemble the next day. Cooked rotisserie chicken is a real time-saver when making this savory brunch specialty. —Mary Sloan, Brighton, Michigan
Asparagus Turkey Stir-Fry
When people try this dish, they ask for the recipe, just as I did when I first tasted it at the home of the church friend. Coated with a delicious lemon sauce, this simple skillet dish is sure to satisfy on the busiest of nights. It a great way to use leftover turkey. —May Evans, Corinth, Kentucky
