Asparagus Parmesan
Recipe by:
JenElaine
Quick and easy asparagus that is sautéed and topped with Parmesan.
Summer salmon and asparagus
Recipe by:
Azmina Govindji
Fresh young vegetables and succulent salmon make this an excellent speedy dish to prepare for special occasions, especially when home-grown asparagus is in season. Tiny leeks, tender asparagus and sugarsnap peas all cook quickly and look superb. Serve with boiled new potatoes for a memorable meal.
Chickpea soup with asparagus
Recipe by:
Norma MacMillan
This filling soup is easy to make, tasty and virtually fat-free. Offer crusty bread as an accompaniment. For a main meal, serve with a little strong-flavoured cheese, which tastes very good with the soup.
Salmon and asparagus lasagne
Recipe by:
Maggie Pannell
It's always interesting to ring the changes with a familiar dish. This is an attractive and healthy variation on lasagne, with flakes of salmon and chopped asparagus in a light lemon and herb sauce layered with the pasta. It's perfect for when asparagus is in season.
Zesty Cheddar and asparagus quiche
Recipe by:
Norma MacMillan
How do you get the rich taste of a classic quiche with a fraction of the fat? One technique: make the case with thinly sliced potatoes. It's a heart-smart substitute for traditional shortcrust!
Asparagus and potato frittata
Recipe by:
Maggie Pannell
Use new season's potatoes and asparagus to make this Italian-style omelette and serve it for a light lunch or supper with salad.
Creamy Asparagus Bites
Recipe by:
DALEPFEFFER
These party nibbles are both easy to make and absolutely delicious. You can make them ahead and freeze until you're ready to serve.
Creamy Asparagus Soup
Recipe by:
MARBALET
There's nothing like fresh asparagus when it's in season - take advantage!
Asparagus and Cashews
Recipe by:
SHELLITO
I didn't think I liked asparagus until trying this recipe at a Christmas dinner. Now I cook it for any special occasion and everyone oooh's and aah's when I say it's on the menu.
Asparagus with balsamic butter sauce
Recipe by:
CAE
This is a simple and delicious side dish. Fresh asparagus is baked until tender, and dressed with a blend of butter, soy sauce and balsamic vinegar.
Sesame butter asparagus
Fresh, in season asparagus is so gorgeous on its own that I hate to do too much to it. This is a simple way to prepare asparagus so that you're still able to savour its delicate flavour.
Asparagus jacket potatoes
This is quite possibly the poshest jacket potato i've ever tried, and certainly the most delicious!
Asparagus prosciutto crepes
Asparagus and prosciutto combine for a heavenly crepe main! I cheat with Sainsbury's fresh three cheese sauce, but you could make your own cheese sauce or even white sauce. this is a good recipe if you have any leftover asparagus.
Asparagus, bacon and rocket linguine
Recipe by:
Asiangirl
A must try, this recipe combines sauteed asparagus, bacon and rocket with linguine; a special bright flavour comes from fresh lemon juice. It's simple and tasty!