Best Asparagus Recipes (2024)

Quick and easy, this fresh asparagus tart is hugely versatile. If you’re not a fan of goats’ cheese, substitute with good Montgomery cheddar or some rich blue cheese such as Roquefort for a delicious springtime dish.

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This vibrant tart looks impressive yet is easy to make. Serve with a green salad for a delicious lunch or light meal.

Try Valentine Warner's asparagus and crab tart recipe

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This vegetarian curry, made from paneer cheese and plump broad beans and asparagus, is delicious served with chapattis or naan breads.

Try Sophie Grigson's paneer, asparagus and broad bean butter masala recipe

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The perfect throw-together dish, this recipe also works brilliantly on the barbecue. Use British asparagus as they really are much fresher and tastier than shipped varieties.

Try Gizzi Erskine's grilled rib eye and asparagus with teriyaki sauce recipe

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Making a gourmet pizza doesn’t have to be difficult and asparagus are a perfect delicacy for the topping. With a little bit of extra effort to make your own dough, the rewards are truly delicious.

Try Valentine Warner's British asparagus, ricotta and pancetta pizza recipe

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This quick and easy twist on a classic Spanish dish makes the perfect family dinner and is a great way of using British asparagus.

Try Dean Edwards' asparagus tortilla recipe

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These quick and easy asparagus canapés are perfect for drinks parties, and it’s easy to double or triple the recipe too.

Try Valentine Warner's asparagus cigars recipe

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This no-fuss midweek meal is packed full of fresh flavours and has a good kick of chilli. The recipe works just as well with beef, chicken or tofu.

Try Gizzi Erskine's asparagus, chilli, lemongrass and lime leaf stir fry with king prawns recipe

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The combination of flavours makes this easy-to-prepare dish incredibly sumptuous and the perfect weekend brunch or light meal.

Try this toasted sourdough with grilled asparagus, smoked salmon and poached eggs recipe

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This dish is so full of fresh ingredients that even though it’s in a creamy asparagus sauce, it doesn’t feel heavy. Packed full of flavour, this is the perfect springtime pasta dish.

Rigatoni with peas and porcini mushrooms in a creamy asparagus sauce recipe

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Served with mint hollandaise this delicious chargrilled asparagus and spring vegetables with BBQ lamb is ideal for summer entertaining.

Try char-grilled asparagus and spring vegetables with BBQ lamb and pots of mini hollandaise recipe

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Packed full of flavour, this tasty salad is nutritionally balanced and can be on the table within half an hour.

Try warm asparagus and lentil salad with poached eggs recipe

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There might be a lot of chopping in this recipe, but the result is a fresh and silky rich soup, which tastes delicious served cool the next day. Asparagus make the perfect addition.

Try this Minestra soup recipe

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Fresh and vibrant, these asparagus canapés are sure to impress. Quick to assemble, they can be served hot or cool.

Try Mary Berry's asparagus, goat's cheese and Parma ham filo rolls recipe

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An Italian classic, this creamy risotto recipe is packed full of fresh flavours and makes the perfect one-pot spring meal.

Try Gennaro’s risotto with asparagus, courgette and peas recipe

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Packed full of asparagus and tomatoes, this vibrant salad is the perfect option for lunch if you want to keep things light and healthy.

Try our asparagus and tomato with sweet and sour dressing recipe

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The combination of crumbly pastry, smoky bacon and creamy filling is delicious served with buttered potatoes and a crisp green salad.

Try this asparagus, goat’s cheese and smoked bacon quiche recipe

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Quick, easy and deliciously creamy, this tasty pasta dish makes the perfect weekday meal.

Try this asparagus, pancetta and Parmesan linguine recipe

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This deliciously fresh tasting tart is wonderfully fragrant when served with the elderflower hollandaise. It’s the ideal accompaniment to picnics or summer alfresco dinners.

Try this artichoke and asparagus tart recipe

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This delicious seasonal soup is a wonderful vibrant colour and very healthy. Making the most of the short asparagus season, this is lovely for an al fresco lunch and can easily be made in advance to eat on the go.

Try this asparagus and spinach soup recipe

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