A springtime-favorite vegetable, healthy andnutritiousasparagus is super versatile.
With these four- and five-star recipes, you truly cant go wrong.
Enjoy a slice for dinner with a salad on the side or as part of a simple spring brunch.
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Asparagus Casserole
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.
The farrotto adds a chewy bite and nutty flavor, plus 4 extra grams of fiber per serving.
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So “forbidden” rice isn’t just striking, it’s also a serious nutrition upgrade.
Simmering it in coconut milk adds rich aroma and flavor.
Creamy Asparagus-Potato Soup
In this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream.
Jason Donnelly
Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.
Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Lemon zest ties all the flavors together in this light and creamy pasta.
The addition of fresh asparagus brightens up the look and flavors of this easy one-pot dinner.
Fresh basil, if you have it on hand, is a nice finishing touch.
Look for shelf-stable gnocchi near other pasta.
Serve with baby arugula salad with vinaigrette and a glass of pinot grigio.
It’s perfect for a healthy vegetarian dinner or a springtime brunch.
The cream cheese adds a silky texture to the sauce, while fresh asparagus and lemon brighten the dish.
Whip this up anytime you have leftover chicken or cooked brown rice to spare.
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.
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.
Roasting the asparagus spears in a hot oven keeps them tender-crisp in this quick side dish!
photography / Caitlin bensel, Food Styling / Emily Nabors Hall
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