These unique asparagus recipes are so delicious and easy to make. You’ll be the talk of the next potluck. Whether it’s in the instant pot or in the air fryer, these recipes will become a fan favorite in your cookbook.
These unique asparagus recipes are easy sides or appetizers to set out for your party guests. Asparagus is a tasty vegetable packed with nutrients, so it would be a big miss if you didn’t try them out!
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Expert Tips for Making Unique Asparagus Recipes
- What does asparagus pair well with? Asparagus is a perfect side dish for any seafood meal such as scallops or crab cakes.
- Asparagus is a superfood, what does this mean? Asparagus is high in antioxidants and packs a powerful punch of healthy vitamins and minerals: fiber, vitamins A, C, E and K and folate. It’s also a great source of copper, an essential trace mineral that aids in collagen formation, energy production and iron absorption.
- What is the best way to cook asparagus? This vegetable can be made in any manner! I provide air fried and instant pot methods but it can also be steamed, grilled, roasted, etc!
Asparagus Side Dish
These side dishes are savory and healthy, pairing well with any of your main dishes!
This Prosciutto Asparagus recipe is an easy appetizer that takes only minutes to make. The salty prosciutto goes perfectly with tender asparagus and it crisps up nicely when baked.
This Tuscan Roasted Parmesan Asparagus is a delightful side dish with a fresh roasted flavor and impressive presentation that will make any meal special.
This Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus is made with just a few simple ingredients and makes a perfectly delicious side dish for any meal!
It’s simple, but hard to beat! Roasted asparagus is our favorite way to prepare this vibrant and healthy vegetable.
Asparagus and peas prove the old adage: what grows together, goes together. This is the perfect side dish for spring!
Instant Pot Asparagus
Asparagus done in no time! Perfectly cooked and made with yummy spices to have you wanting more.
Pressure cooking asparagus seems a little strange, sure, but it’s really just a super fast way to steam vegetables so they cook to perfection without getting soggy or browned!
This instant pot asparagus is tender, but still has a nice crunch and flavor thanks to toasted almonds and orange zest!
This bacon wrapped asparagus is a fan favorite at barbecues and is a delicious side dish that is easy to make!
You won't believe how easy it is to make this asparagus soup in your instant pot. It's creamy and full of flavor, and you'll have it ready to serve in less than 20 minutes!
This vegan dish is a delicious healthy option for lunch or main course.
Smoked Asparagus
Try a different method that gives a woody and earthy taste!
A twist on a classic lemon and butter asparagus- try this smoked asparagus for an earthy flavor!
The mayo-based glaze provides a beautiful crunch to the asparagus!
Try out this delicious and simple smoked dish that pairs will with any meal.
This flavored mesquite gives a yummy and woody flavor to the asparagus and it is so easy to make!
Air Fryer Asparagus Recipes
Tossing the asparagus in the air fryer gives it a perfect crunch!
Air frying the asparagus gives a perfect crunch to this delicious side dish!
Takes only 2 ingredients and saves so much time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!
The absolute best way to roast asparagus is in an air fryer because it’s super quick and the asparagus is perfectly tender and crisp!
Tender roasted asparagus is air fried with a crispy garlic parmesan crust. It's a simple and delicious air fryer vegetable recipe that has a cook time of only minutes and a scrumptious flavor.
This recipe takes no time and the glaze is sweet, slightly sticky and the almonds add delicious crunch!
