Three Asparagus Recipes to Celebrate Spring

Asparagus, with its tender stalks and vibrant green hue, is a star of spring cuisine, bringing fresh, earthy flavour to any dish. These three recipes—Asparagus and Salmon Parcels, Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart, and Creamy Asparagus Pasta—highlight its versatility while keeping meals healthy and delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, they showcase asparagus at its peak, with one featuring succulent salmon as requested.

1. Asparagus and Salmon Parcels

This elegant dish wraps salmon and asparagus in parchment for a moist, flavourful meal that’s as beautiful as it is nutritious.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 salmon fillets (about 150 g each)
• 400 g asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Cut 4 large squares of parchment paper.
2. Place a handful of asparagus in the centre of each square. Top with a salmon fillet.
3. Drizzle with oil, sprinkle with garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Place 2 lemon slices on each fillet.
4. Fold parchment into sealed packets. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until salmon reaches 74°C.
5. Serve in parcels for flair or plate with quinoa.

2. Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart

This savoury tart combines crisp asparagus with creamy goat cheese for a light, crowd-pleasing brunch or dinner option.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 300 g asparagus, trimmed
• 100 g goat cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Roll pastry into a 25x30 cm rectangle. Score a 2 cm border; prick centre with a fork.
3. Mix ricotta with half the egg; spread over centre. Top with asparagus and goat cheese.
4. Brush border with remaining egg. Drizzle oil over asparagus; season with salt and pepper.
5. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden. Slice and serve warm.

3. Creamy Asparagus Pasta

This vegetarian pasta dish blends asparagus with a light, creamy sauce for a quick, satisfying spring dinner.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 300 g spaghetti
• 400 g asparagus, cut into 3 cm pieces
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water per package; reserve 1/2 cup water, then drain.
2. In a large pan, heat oil over medium. Sauté garlic 1 minute, then add asparagus; cook 4-5 minutes until tender.
3. Stir in cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Add pasta and a splash of reserved water; toss to coat.
4. Cook 1-2 minutes until heated through. Serve immediately.

These asparagus recipes bring spring’s freshest flavours to your table, from delicate salmon parcels to hearty pasta. Explore high-quality baking pans to ensure your Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart bakes evenly, delivering a golden, flaky crust every time.