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Asparagus

10 easy, delicious recipes for spring asparagus.

King Louis XIV of France was so fond of asparagus he ordered greenhouses to grow the delicacy year-round. Today, you don’t need to be royalty to enjoy it anytime, but it is the most fresh and tasty during spring. One stalk of asparagus contains just 4 calories and delivers healthy doses of folate, potassium and fiber. Enjoy it simply steamed as a side dish or dressed it up a little in one of these EatingWell recipes.

• Asparagus with Fresh Tomato Garnish
• Asparagus Topped with Creamy Tarragon Sauce
• Chicken & Asparagus with Melted Gruyere
• Chili-Rubbed Tilapia with Asparagus & Lemon
• Creamy Asparagus Pasta
• Leek, Asparagus & Herb Soup
• Mock Risotto
• Roasted Asparagus
• Shrimp, Asparagus & Pesto Fettuccine
• Wok-Seared Chicken Tenders with Asparagus & Pistachios

Learn more:

Asparagus Shopping Tips & Cooking Techniques
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