Awesome Asparagus Recipes

Whether you like your asparagus thick or thin, there’s really no denying the deliciousness of this spring vegetable. Aside from its numerous health benefits, it’s a versatile ingredient to work with.

Try shaving the raw stalks for a quick salad with some shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano and cracked pepper, or putting it atop pizza like in the recipe below. Or, asparagus can be chopped and thrown into a frittata or scrambled with eggs. Too much work? Then just roast it in the oven or cook in a pan with a little lemon butter and call it a day.

For some new twists and old favorites, check out the recipes below and have a very happy spring dish.

Baked Asparagus with a Fried Egg and Dill

Cooking spring asparagus with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, and red chile flakes is delicious on its own... 

— Yasmin Fahr

Asparagus Pizza

My go-to cooking method for asparagus is to toss it in some olive oil and stick it on the grill...

— Carly Goldsmith

Asparagus Scramble

Why wait in line for brunch when you can whip up your own "gourmet" egg dish in about 10 minutes... 

— Will Budiaman

Sautéed Asparagus Lemon and Parmesan

Add a tasty twist to crunchy, savory asparagus...

— Lauren Mack

Asparagus Rice Pilaf

This side dish is great with almost everything — from grilled chicken breasts to pork stir-fry...

— Molly Aronica

Sweet and Salty Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus 

This is a quick but quirky take on the classic recipe... 

— Ali Rosen

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