All about asparagus

With its tender bite and earthy flavour, green asparagus has a way of making even the simplest meal feel special. In our collection of green asparagus recipes, we share some of our favourites, letting you discover a combination of new, fresh ideas and familiar classics. 

One way to enjoy it is in our green asparagus salad, which not only tastes delicious but is also mesmerising to look at with its pops of green and pink. The asparagus is tossed with couscous, green beans, spring onions, and radishes, then dressed in a honey and lemon vinaigrette. It packs easily for lunch and also works as a light dinner on warmer days. 

If you are after something more filling, pasta with green asparagus is a lovely choice. The asparagus is folded into al dente tagliatelle with a sauce of crème fraiche, lemon zest, and dill. Best of all, it takes just 15 minutes to make. 

You can also serve asparagus with fish as a warm and elegant dinner. The green stalks are sautéed in butter with spring onions and served with flounder fillets, boiled potatoes, and a green sauce made from spinach, dill, and a creamy base. It will surely become a new favourite in your dinner collection. 

Green asparagus soup brings the vegetable into softer, more soothing territory. Blended with garlic, shallots, vegetable stock, and sour cream, it becomes creamy and velvety, with a few asparagus tips on top as the final flourish. Its pastel green colour is simply stunning, and its flavours combine both freshness and comfort, making it a terrific choice for any time of the year. 

Long celebrated as a hallmark of spring, white asparagus captivates with its nutty notes and delicate texture. It works well in meals treated with simplicity, allowing its natural flavour to come forward. These white asparagus recipes offer a selection of delectable ways to relish this delightful vegetable, each one showing how little it takes to turn it into a memorable meal. 

White asparagus with hollandaise sauce is one of the most timeless ways to enjoy it. The soft stalks are served warm with a generous spoonful of homemade hollandaise, letting the buttery sauce bring out the subtle flavour of the asparagus. You can also try asparagus with ham, where the same combination is served with boiled potatoes, slices of cooked ham, and a light scattering of chives. 

If you are after something a bit more playful, white asparagus cordon bleu is an intriguing alternative to the traditional version. The spears are wrapped in Gouda and ham, coated in breadcrumbs, and then pan-fried until golden. It is incredibly crunchy on the outside, with tender asparagus inside and a gooey, stretchy layer of melted cheese.