48 of the Most Delectable and Unique Asparagus Recipes (Plus How To Freeze Asparagus)

Asparagus is one of our favorite veggies! During asparagus season, we will eat it almost every night. We can get it in-season for less than $1 a pound, which is what we have been getting it for around here the past couple of weeks. We will also freeze or can it to have enough during the off-season too.

We usually end up freezing most of it because it is a fast, easy solution. But freezing asparagus does change the texture of the asparagus, so it’s not like you can just steam or roast it and it be as good and crunchy as fresh. That’s where many of these recipes come into play. There are dozens of ways to enjoy asparagus…in fact, we share four dozen ways here. Then, whether you have fresh, frozen or canned asparagus, you can maximize the taste and enjoyment of this seasonal veggie all year long!

Before we dive into all of these delectable asparagus recipes, let me share how to freeze asaparagus. It’s actually pretty much like most any veggie – you have to quickly blanch it before freezing.

How To Freeze Asparagus:

1. Trim and wash the asparagus
2. Next, blanch the asparagus – either blanch in a pot of boiling water or a steamer for 3 minutes.
3. Pull them out and then throw them in a bowl of ice water for 3 minutes.
4. Drain them and let them dry for a few minutes.  A salad spinner will also help speed up drying time. Even dabbing with a paper towel will help!
5. Finally, bag them up and label them with the date! Freeze and enjoy later!
6. Again, note that you can only really use them for cooking and baking. They just lose their crunch and crisp. However, when it is .88 per lb. like it is right now compared to $4 normally, I happily freeze a bunch for the $4 season for cooking and baking!

Now that we have shared that quick little tip, let’s get to the good stuff- the asparagus recipes!

I have a NEW favorite recipe for asparagus in our house and all thanks to our girls having dinner duty one night – they got creative and created baked asparagus fries from an Udi’s gluten-free bagel. All I can say is WOW, WOW, WOW!

The BEST Gluten-Free Baked Asparagus Fries HERE 

Second, the classic asparagus is an Oven Roasted Asparagus recipe. Plus, the best sauce with it is Hollandaise Sauce.

How to Roast Asparagus HERE

How To Make Hollandaise Sauce (no-cook, mixer method) HERE

We’ve shared these before as it is our “make an asparagus side quick!” recipe.

Here’s the list of recipes, just click on the link below to be taken right to it!

Asparagus, Olive and Sun Dried Tomato Bread Loaf @sensesinthekitchen-karolina

Asparagus Quiche With Spaghetti Squash Crust @tastykitchen

Gingery Pickled Asparagus @communitytable

Quinoa, Asparagus, Pea and Lemon Salad @TamingTwins

Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Spears @thecozyapron

Pasta With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Roasted Asparagus @damndelicious

Creamy Risotto @thecozyapron

Creamy Chicken Asparagus Casserole @CozyCountryLiving

Cream Cheese And Asparagus Bacon Wraps @highheelsandgrills

Cream Cheese And Parmesan Asparagus @lilluna

Chicken Bacon Avocado Salad @PinchOfYum

Balsamic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus And Tomatoes @jocooks

Cheesy Baked Asparagus @justapinch

Asparagus Soup @greenkitchenstories

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus @plainchicken

Asparagus And Red Pepper Flan @artdefete

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Puffs@TheCozyApron

Crustless Asparagus Quiche @dinner-mom

Lemon Orzo with Asparagus @JoCooks

Savory Asparagus Gelato @ezycookingandmore

Asparagus Luncheon Dish @saveur

Asparagus Egg And Bacon Salad With Dijon Vinaigrette @skinnytaste

Asparagus, Green Olive, Black Olive, Sun Dried Tomato Bread Loaf @bbcgoodfood

Salmon And Asparagus Wrapped In Foil @cookingclassy

Vegan Garlic Alfredo With Asparagus And Peas @ilovevegan

Creamy Goat Cheese Asparagus Quinoa Salad @joyfulhealthyeats

Asparagus Pesto @slimsanity

Asparagus and Prosciutto Puff Pastry @wonkywonderful

Asparagus Casserole @spicysouthernkitchen

Asparagus And Roasted Garlic Soup @diethood

Balsamic Chicken And Asparagus @cookingclassy

Ravioli With Sautéed Asparagus @greenvalleykitchen

Asparagus Gruyere Tart @hipfoodiemom

Asparagus Parmesan Soup @lecremedelacrumb

Balsamic Strawberry Asparagus @eatingrichly

Roasted Potatoes And Asparagus @hoteatsandcoolreads

Stir-Fry Lemon Garlic Chicken and Asparagus @superbcook

Tortellini Asparagus in Creamy Lemon Sauce @viewsfromtheville

Strawberry Asparagus Spinach Salad @spoonfulofflavor

Paula Deen Phyllo Dough Wrapped Asparagus @FoodNetwork

Asparagus And Cheese Potato Soup @recipe

Creamy Roasted Asparagus And Brie Soup @closetcooking

Longhorn Steakhouse Parmesan Encrusted Asparagus @CopyKat

Bacon And Eggs Over Asparagus @goodhousekeeping

Asparagus Cheese Soufflè Roll @dairygoodness

Asparagus Ice Cream @endlesssimmer

Asparagus Lasagna @dairygoodness