Best 13 Almond Asparagus Recipes

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Almonds and asparagus are two versatile ingredients that can be combined in various delicious dishes. The nutty flavor and crunchy texture of almonds pair perfectly with the sweet and slightly bitter taste of asparagus. This combination can be enjoyed in a variety of ways such as salads, stir-fries, pasta dishes, and even desserts. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a special occasion, you're sure to find a recipe here that will suit your taste.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON ALMOND ASPARAGUS



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I love this timesaving way to dress up fresh asparagus. Drizzle butter and lemon juice over the spears before topping them with almonds and lemon zest strips. -Linda Barry, Yakima, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
5 teaspoons lemon juice
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Lemon zest strips, optional

Steps:

  • Melt butter; stir in lemon juice. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place on a serving plate. Drizzle with butter mixture; top with almonds and, if desired, lemon zest strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH ALMOND BUTTER



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From Bon Appetit. A little fancier way to serve asparagus than just the traditional steamed or roasted method. Asparagus is steamed and topped with a lemon almond butter that is seasoned with shallots, garlic and parsley. Delish! Note that cooking time includes time required to steam the asparagus.

Provided by Epi Curious

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped (fresh)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated
2 lbs asparagus, fresh, trimmed
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy small skillet over low heat. Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Pour into medium bowl. Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter, parsley, lemon juice and lemon peel to shallot mixture and whisk to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Steam asparagus until crisp-tender. Set aside.
  • Place butter mixture in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and cook until butter browns, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Add asparagus and stir until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper; divide among plates and serve.

MAHI MAHI WITH ASPARAGUS AND ALMOND SAUCE



Mahi Mahi With Asparagus and Almond Sauce image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
4 6-ounce skinless mahi mahi fillets (about 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Spread the almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and broil, stirring frequently, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Combine the toasted almonds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice, honey, mustard, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the parsley.
  • Toss the asparagus with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon water, the lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste on the same baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and broil until the asparagus is bright green and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • Sprinkle the fish with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and arrange on the same baking sheet, rounded side down; broil until opaque, about 3 minutes. Turn the fillets, brush with some of the almond sauce and continue broiling until just firm and cooked through, 3 to 5 more minutes. Divide the fish and asparagus among plates and top with the remaining almond sauce.

ALMOND ASPARAGUS



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This comes from one of Holly Clegg Trim and Terrific cookbooks. Quick, easy, and light on calories! A taste experience not to be missed! You will like the crunch of the almonds. Be sure your fresh asparagus stalks are firm and have closed tips.

Provided by Debaylady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs asparagus spears
1 tablespoon margarine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup almonds, slivered and toasted
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Clean and trim off the tough ends of asparagus.
  • Melt margarine in a large skillet. (Non-stick is optional).
  • Add the asparagus. Saute' at medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add lemon juice, cover, and simmer until crisp-tender.
  • Add the almond slivers. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss gently, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.5, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 57.6, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 4

ALMOND ASPARAGUS



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If you love asparagus, this dish is perfect for you. The almonds adds a bit of crunch to the recipe.-Helen Manhart, Neola, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons bread crumbs
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in bread crumbs, garlic and dill; saute until crumbs are golden brown. Remove from heat; stir in the almonds and cheese. Set aside. , Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender. Drain; heat with remaining butter. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Spoon asparagus into a serving dish and top with the reserved crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LEMON ALMOND ASPARAGUS



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Lemon and almond work together to achieve a unique and enticing asparagus. A perfect pairing for the season.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 Tbsp. butter
5 tsp. lemon juice
2 lbs. fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Lemon peel strips, optional

Steps:

  • Melt butter; stir in lemon juice. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place on a serving plate. Drizzle with butter mixture; top with almonds and, if desired, lemon peel.

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH ALMOND BUTTER



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A simple but elegant way to serve asparagus. This can also be prepared one day ahead. From Bon Appetit, Keep It Simple cookbook.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature (1 stick)
3 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated
2 lbs asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy small skillet over low heat.
  • Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour into medium bowl.
  • Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter, parsley, lemon juice and peel to shallot mixture and whisk to blend.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Steam asparagus until crisp-tender.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead; cover butter mixture and asparagus separately; chill).
  • Place butter mixture in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add almonds and cook until butter browns, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
  • Add asparagus and stir until heated through.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide asparagus among plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.4, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 18.9, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4.2

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH ALMOND BUTTER



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A simple but elegant way to serve asparagus. This can also be prepared one day ahead. From Bon Appetit, Keep It Simple cookbook.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 Tbsp unsalted butter (1 stick) room temperature
3 Tbsp finely chopped shallots
1 large garlic cloved, minced
3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp grated lemon peel
2 lb asparagus, trimmed
1/2 c sliced almonds

Steps:

  • 1. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy small skillet over low heat. Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Pour into medium bowl. Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter, parsley, lemon juice and peel to shallot mixture and whisk to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Steam asparagus until crisp-tender. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover butter mixture and asparagus separately; chill).
  • 2. Place butter mixture in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and cook until butter browns, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Add asparagus and stir until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide asparagus among plates.

ORANGE-TARRAGON DUCK BREAST WITH GREEN SALAD AND ASPARAGUS-ALMOND RICE



Orange-Tarragon Duck Breast with Green Salad and Asparagus-Almond Rice image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 duck breasts, found in packaged meats case of larger markets
Salt and pepper
1/3 cup orange marmalade
4 tablespoons white wine vinegar, divided
4 sprigs fresh tarragon, leaves finely chopped
2 to 3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 cup rice
2 cups chicken stock
1 small bunch asparagus
1 endive, thinly sliced
1 bunch watercress, trimmed and stemmed
1 frisee, coarsely chopped
1 shallot
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 to 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small can mandarin oranges

Steps:

  • Rub a skillet with 1 tablespoon butter. Lightly score duck breaks through skin, but not the flesh, in a cross-hatch pattern. Season duck breasts with salt and pepper and place in cold pan skin side down and turn heat on to medium-medium high. Cook until crispy, 15 minutes, turn. Drain off some of the fat and discard. Mix marmalade with 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar and tarragon, salt and pepper, reserve. Once you flip the duck, pour the marmalade sauce over top and reduce heat. Loosely cover pan and let the duck hang out a couple of minutes more.
  • While duck cooks, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium pot and toast nuts 2 minutes, add rice and toast 1 minute more. Add stock and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat 15 minutes. Trim off the top 4 inches of asparagus and thinly slice on the bias. Add to rice and cook rice 2 to 3 minutes more for a total of 17 to 18 minutes.
  • While rice cooks, combine endive, cress and frisee in a salad bowl. Combine shallots and Dijon with 2 tablespoons vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk in 1/4 to 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil and pour over salad. Garnish with oranges.
  • Serve duck breast on salad with asparagus-almond rice alongside.

ASPARAGUS AND ALMOND SOUP



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An asparagus and almond soup, made with only three main ingredients, which can be served chilled in the summer. Recipes really don't come much simpler than this, and with such recipes it is even more essential than usual to use only the freshest and best quality ingredients you can find. I have adapted this recipe from one I found on an English website, and I am posting it for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. For the stock, I'd recommend either JKC's Recipe #124515 or my Recipe #135453.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

450 g asparagus spears
1 1/4 liters vegetable stock, top quality
125 g ground almonds
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the asparagus spears until they are tender, and reserve some of the tips; blend half of the stock and the asparagus together, then combine the puree with the remaining stock, ground almonds and salt and pepper in a large saucepan and bring it to the boil and simmer for 1 minute.
  • Serve either warm or chilled, garnished with the reserved asparagus tips.
  • This soup can also be frozen.
  • Chef's Note: If you have spare spears or left over asparagus, use them to make my Asparagus Sauce, which can be served with pasta, salmon, or chicken. It too is great hot or cold and can be frozen.

ASPARAGUS WITH ALMOND BUTTER SAUCE



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For more healthy gluten-free pesco-vegetarian recipe, please visit my blog, www.InnerHarmonyNutrition.com.

Provided by InnerHarmonyNutriti

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 teaspoon salt
15 asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch pieces (large)
1 red pepper, sliced thin (small)
2 tablespoons almond butter
1 tablespoon tamari
1 teaspoon coconut sugar crystals or 1 teaspoon other raw sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot water
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Boil water in a pan, add 1/2 tsp of salt and cook asparagus for about 3 minutes. Don't overcook.
  • Immediately immerse asparagus in cold water.
  • In a medium bowl, place almond butter, tamari, sugar, lemon juice, and hot water and mix well.
  • Add asparagus and red pepper slices and coat them with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate for at least a couple of hours.
  • Infuse love and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.7, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 568.4, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.8

LINGUINE WITH ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND ALMOND PESTO



LINGUINE WITH ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND ALMOND PESTO image

Categories     Pasta     Roast     Vegetarian

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Serves 4 - 6
Kosher salt
3/4 lb. asparagus trimmed
2 cups grape tomatoes
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. fresh basil
1/2 c. sliced almonds (toasted)
2 tbsp. finely grated parmesan
1 lb. (500 g) Linguine or rigatoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 425. Place tomatoes and asparagus on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and salt. Toss. Place in oven on top third of oven and roast for 20 minutes. Place pot of water to boil and cook pasta until al dente. Meanwhile toast almonds and place 2/3 of almonds in food processor along with basil, parmesan, 1/2 tsp. of salt and 3 tbsp of olive oil. Once the roasted vegetables are ready, cut asparagus tips and put aside. Roughly chop the rest of the asparagus and place with other ingredients into food processor and pulse until paste forms and transfer to large serving bowl. Toss with pasta and garnish with roasted tomatoes and asparagus tips, more fresh basil and large shavings of parmesan. Top with remaining toasted almonds and serve.

ALMOND CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS



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Categories     Chicken     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Dinner     Healthy

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups asparagus tips, diagonally cut
1/2 cup plain, non-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
Spinach leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Steam asparagus for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, curry, lemon juice and salt. 3. Add asparagus, chicken, bell pepper, cilantro and almonds and toss to coat. 4. Serve on fresh spinach leaves.

Tips:

  • To preserve the vibrant green color of asparagus, blanch it in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then immediately transfer it to an ice bath.
  • Choose thick asparagus spears for roasting or grilling, as they will hold up better to the heat.
  • To prevent the almonds from burning, toast them in a single layer in a preheated oven or skillet.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in your asparagus dishes to add different flavors and textures. Some good options include Parmesan, cheddar, goat cheese, and feta.
  • Asparagus is also a great addition to salads, stir-fries, and pasta dishes.

Conclusion:

Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you prefer it roasted, grilled, sautéed, or steamed, there is sure to be an asparagus recipe that you will love. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish or main course, give asparagus a try.

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