Blanched, sautéed, baked or raw - they are many ways to cook asparagus and we've got just the recipes that will help you make the most of this spring vegetable.
With just 3 calories a spear and an arsenal of nutrients, asparagus should be a mainstay in your kitchen all season long. Not only is it delicious but it lends itself to pastas, salads, egg dishes and even appetizers.
Whether you favor green, white, thick or thin varietals, you'll want to check out these tasty ways to cook asparagus:
ASPARAGUS FRITTATA
Try making this elegant asparagus frittata for your next Sunday brunch.
It's a simple but tasty dish made with blanched asparagus, basil, chives and a spicy kick thanks to red chili.
GLASS NOODLE SALAD
Bell peppers, onion seeds and rice noodles combine with asparagus in this filling salad recipe.
The chili-lime dressing is to die for!
sweet and sour chicken with asparagus
Whenever you feel like enjoying a taste of the tropics prepare this exotic sweet and sour chicken curry.
It is flavored with coconut, pineapple, cloves, chilies and asparagus.
TAGLIATELLE WITH ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP
A buttery lemon sauce is the secret to making this creamy asparagus pasta simply irresistible.
Don't like shrimp? Feel free to substitute with chicken.
ASPARAGUS SALAD
This bright asparagus salad is dressed in a zesty arugula pesto and finished off with a generous amount of goat cheese.
It's an easy side dish that would be perfect for your Easter menu.
Get this easy asparagus recipe.
ASPARAGUS LASAGNA
Here's another great way to cook asparagus: turn it into lasagna!
This Italian classic gets a vegetarian twist thanks to tender asparagus, cherry tomatoes, grated Parmesan cheese and olive oil.
Try this asparagus lasagna now.
ASPARAGUS CROSTINI
Crostini never looked this good!
This tasty appetizer comes to life thanks to a blend of peas, asparagus and creme fraiche.
Asparagus tips, Parmesan shavings and extra virgin olive oil make a killer garnish.
Get the recipe for asparagus crostini now.