'Tis the Season for Asparagus: 7 Simple and Delicious Recipes

It's spring and asparagus is the star. There are endless ways to prepare this versatile vegetable, but these recipes are all super simple and delicious.



1. Green Pea & Asparagus Soup with Feta, Mint, and Pita Croutons



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This wholesome soup is topped with feta cheese and pita croutons, which add tangy flavor and delicious crunch to every spoonful. It's wonderful hot but even better chilled. GET THE RECIPE



2. Asparagus Salad with Creamy Dijon Mustard Sauce and Chopped Hard-Boiled Eggs



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Serve this springy salad of asparagus and chopped eggs in a creamy Dijon sauce as a first course or side to poached salmon or honey baked ham. GET THE RECIPE



3. Grilled Asparagus and Feta Salad



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This grilled asparagus salad with feta is the kind of dish that makes you wonder if you might possibly be a very happy vegetarian. Serve it with a loaf of crusty bread for mopping up the lemon scented olive oil. GET THE RECIPE



4. Sautéed Asparagus and Peas



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In this simple and elegant side dish, sweet green peas and asparagus are quickly sautéed with butter, shallots, and a touch of honey. GET THE RECIPE



5. Pancetta Wrapped Asparagus



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This dish looks fancy but is incredibly easy. You simply wrap big, thick asparagus spears with pancetta and sauté them until nice and crisp. GET THE RECIPE



6. Asparagus Soup with Lemon & Parmesan



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Smooth, mild, and gently flavored with lemon and Parmesan, this asparagus soup tastes wonderfully luxurious without the addition of heavy cream. GET THE RECIPE



7. Grilled Asparagus & Red Onions with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar



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Grilled asparagus and grilled red onions are both fine dishes on their own, but together they're even better. The distinct green flavor of slightly charred asparagus marries beautifully with sweet caramelized onions. GET THE RECIPE

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