Are you an asparagus fan? This tasty spring ingredient is both perfect as a simple side dish, or as the star of the show in a main dish for any meal! Alex and I love adding it to pasta with lemon and Parmesan, or eating the raw ribbons in a shaved asparagus salad. Or for brunch, it adds a splash of green in an asparagus quiche or alongside scrambled eggs. As married cookbook authors who are experts in cooking vegetables, asparagus is one of our favorite veggies to highlight. Here are some of the top recipes in our library!
Ways to cook asparagus
First, let’s talk basics. There are several main ways for how to cook asparagus. It’s most popularly cooked roasted in a hot oven. It’s quick and delicious to make broiled, or smoky and charred when grilled. We like it sauteed for a quick fix, but you can also make it boiled, steamed, or blanched.
Facts about asparagus
Want to know more about this super veggie? Here are a few facts about asparagus:
It’s a great source of fiber. A 1-cup of cooked asparagus has 4 grams of fiber. It’s high in protein for a green vegetable. A 1-cup serving has 4 grams protein, a similar level to broccoli and potatoes. It can aid in eye and hair health, and has potential anti-aging properties.
💡 Pro tip: Trim the woody ends of the asparagus before cooking with it. Go to How to Cut Asparagus.
And now, our top asparagus recipes!
Let’s get to the fun stuff! These asparagus recipes are the top most delicious on our website, and range from easy side dishes to impressive dinner ideas. Don’t have time to scroll? Our top favorites are roasted asparagus or broiled asparagus, and that citrusy asparagus pasta.
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