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60 Amazing Asparagus Recipes for Springtime and Beyond

Updated on February 15, 2024

As fancy as it might look on the plate, asparagus is far from fussy or difficult to cook. From simple, roasted sides to elegant risottos, see why it's well worth learning to cook at home.

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Our Best Ideas for Asparagus

There’s no denying that spring and this beloved green veggie go hand in hand. Whether you grow your own asparagus at home or buy from your local farmers market, you’re bound to start seeing these tender green stalks popping up all throughout March, April and May. One of our favorite seasonal treats, asparagus is perfect for everything from spring weeknight dinners to your special Easter brunch—and surprisingly simple to cook. Once you get the hang of trimming it properly you’ll find that it’s a breeze to grill, roast, sauté and more. One of our favorite recipes? This simple, 10-minute side. There's no need to pre-heat the oven—a quick steam gives the spears just the right amount of tenderness. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon and you're ready to serve.

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Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles

These simple-yet-impressive, bacon-wrapped bundles are ready in under 20 minutes. They’re a great addition to dinner parties and get-togethers, although we’d gladly fire up the grill any night of the week to make them!

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Cavatelli with Asparagus

Asparagus and Parmesan feel right at home when nestled in a bed of ricotta-based cavatelli.

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Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Vinaigrette

Dress up roasted asparagus with a simple lemon vinaigrette for bright pops of flavor.

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