Asparagus season is in full swing and there’s never been a better time to enjoy this delicious, nutritious and underrated vegetable.
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For those of you who aren’t familiar with asparagus, it’s a perennial vegetable known for its thin, spear-like shoots. It belongs to the lily family and is usually green in color (though there are purple and white varieties available if you want to try something a little different). Asparagus is known for its tender texture and sweet, earthy flavor. It pairs well with a variety of dishes, whether as a main dish, appetizer, or side. It can also be steamed, roasted, grilled, sautéed, or eaten raw.
Speaking of the health benefits of asparagus, the list is long: it is rich in vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as folate, iron and dietary fiber. Asparagus is a great addition to your diet, and it’s worth trying out different recipes with it in the spring, when it’s at its freshest and tastiest.
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Vegan Asparagus Recipes
Below you’ll find a wide range of vegan asparagus recipes to suit any mood: Whether you’re craving a big bowl of heart-warming pasta or a fresh spring tart, here are seven asparagus recipes you’ll want to try.
Asparagus pasta
Asparagus and pasta are a match made in heaven. Add in some vegan cheese and you have the ultimate spring comfort food recipe. This creation from Nutlicious Food is full of flavor with lemon, garlic and chilli, is super easy to make and packed with the health benefits of nutritional yeast.
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Asparagus tart
Asparagus is great in tarts and this recipe is super easy to make. Using rolled pastry dough (often vegan, but be sure to check) will save you a lot of time on this dish. This recipe, also from Natlicious Food, only takes 30 minutes to make.
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Gluten-free asparagus quiche
If you’re avoiding gluten or just want a tasty quiche with a little extra protein, this recipe from The Garden Party is perfect. It’s quinoa-based and stuffed with protein-packed silken tofu. The addition of flaxseed makes this quiche a great source of omega-3s, making it an overall nutritious vegan lunch option.
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Caramelized vegetable and feta pie
Though this pie may not look vegan, rest assured that it does not contain any animal products. This dairy-free BOSH! creation has a number of magical ingredients, including silken tofu, popular for giving the dish a smooth, creamy texture. Vegetable cream, nutritional yeast, and vegan Parmesan and Burrata cheeses make this possibly one of the best plant-based cheese pies you’ll ever eat.
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Asparagus Tart (2nd Edition)
If you’ve already made the recipe above and want to try another asparagus tart recipe, you’ll love this recipe from Avant Garde Vegan. The homemade cheese sauce really enhances the flavor of the tart, making it perfect for vegan cheese fans. If you’re having guests over this weekend, this is the perfect tart to make for lunch.
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Grilled Asparagus with Miso-Lime Mayonnaise
This recipe shows you how to make an eggless miso lime mayonnaise that makes the perfect side dish or snack and pairs perfectly with grilled asparagus. Brought to you by Plant-Based Matters, it’s easier than you’d think to make: just take some store-bought vegan mayonnaise and mix it with ingredients you already have in your cupboard.
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Asparagus Frittata
While traditional frittata recipes often call for eggs, this plant-based version from Chef Day Radley doesn’t require any eggs at all, calling for just a few ingredients: plant-based milk, sunflower oil, vegan cheese, and of course, asparagus.
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