Best 10 Asparagus With Thyme Recipes
Asparagus with thyme is a classic spring dish that is easy to make and bursting with flavor. The tender asparagus spears are roasted with fresh thyme and a hint of garlic, creating a simple yet elegant side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, poultry, or fish. This versatile recipe can be customized to your liking with the addition of other herbs, spices, or vegetables, making it a great option for a variety of occasions.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC AND THYME
Come springtime, when stalks of asparagus shoot up from the ground (as if they're celebrating with us!), there isn't much to do to make this easy side dish shine. First, a sauté in the skillet with olive oil, garlic, and thyme coaxes out the natural sweetness of the asparagus, while finishing it with a quick steam until the stalks are crisp-tender locks in vitamins like A and C.
Provided by Shira Bocar
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 15m
Yield Serves 2 to 3
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and thyme sprigs. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add asparagus; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing to coat in oil, 1 minute.
- Arrange asparagus in a single layer in skillet, add 1/4 cup water, and cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, shaking pan occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender and most of water has evaporated, 2 minutes.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH THYME
This is good-for-you spring-time side dish is so easy to prepare, yet the simply seasoned spears look appealing enough to serve guests or take to carry-in dinner. -Sharon Leno Keansburg, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a baking pan lined with heavy-duty foil. Drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the thyme, salt and pepper. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC AND FRESH THYME
Spring asparagus, fresh garlic with a bunch of fresh thyme from the garden topped with butter and olive oil, coarse salt and fresh cracked pepper. This is served hot but is good a room temp as well.Vegans can use all olive oil.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place ingredients in order as ingredients stated in a casserole dish ending with salt to taste.
- Bake in a 350 degree preheated oven for 20 minutes toss ingredients roast for 20 more minutes.
ASPARAGUS WITH THYME
Make and share this Asparagus with Thyme recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Rub the cut sides of the garlic over a 13 x 9 inch baking dish, place garlic in dish.
- Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
- Add asparagus to dish, drizzle with oil.
- Sprinkle asparagus with thyme and salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.
- Toss gently and bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, stirring once.
BUTTER-POACHED ASPARAGUS WITH THYME
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 bunch trimmed asparagus and 1/4 cup water. Cook, turning the asparagus, until crisp-tender and glazed, 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and 1/2 teaspoon chopped thyme.
HERBED FRESH ASPARAGUS
Basil, rosemary and thyme make for a fresh and flavorful combination in this easy and elegant side dish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute garlic and seasonings in oil until tender. Add the asparagus, red peppers and walnuts; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PAN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH THYME
Provided by Molly Stevens
Categories Side Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal Asparagus Spring Thyme Potluck Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter with oil and thyme sprigs in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus in single layer; using tongs, toss to coat. Sauté, turning often, until crisp-tender and beginning to brown in spots, about 8 minutes. Sprinkle with fleur de sel and pepper and serve.
BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS AND THYME
Asparagus and portobello mushroom work great together, especially when baked in the oven. You can use any herbs you like, but our family loves thyme.
Provided by krabulette
Categories Baked Asparagus
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Combine asparagus and portobello mushrooms in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine. Spread in one layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus is tender, about 8 minutes. Turn and bake for an additional 8 to 12 minutes, depending on the thickness of asparagus spears. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 44.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-HERB SAUCE
Categories Herb Onion Appetizer Side Sauté Lemon Asparagus Spring Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring broth to boil in large pot. Add asparagus; cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, transfer asparagus to large bowl of ice water. Reserve 1 cup broth in small bowl. Drain asparagus; pat dry. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap asparagus in paper towels. Seal in plastic bag. Cover broth. Chill asparagus and broth.)
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup green onions, shallots and sugar. Sauté until onions and shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in reserved 1 cup broth, 1 tablespoon oil, mustard, lemon juice, thyme and lemon peel. Simmer until slightly thickened and liquid is reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature.
- Arrange asparagus on platter. Spoon sauce over. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup green onions and bell peppers.
CREAM OF THYME ASPARAGUS SOUP
With leftover asparagus in the freezer, I whipped this up on a cold January night and couldn't keep the ladle out of the pot! Serve with a crispy baguette.
Provided by Sara
Categories Everyday Cooking Vegetarian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic; cook and stir until onions soften, about 5 minutes. Add asparagus, wine, thyme, and black pepper; cook and stir until asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes. Pour in 2 cups broth. Simmer soup until flavors combine, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in cream. Thin soup with remaining stock to desired consistency and simmer until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 362.2 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
Tips:
- For the best results, choose thin to medium-sized asparagus spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the woody ends. You can also use a sharp knife to cut off the bottom 1-2 inches of the spears.
- Blanch the asparagus spears in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Be careful not to overcook the asparagus, as it will become mushy.
- Immediately transfer the blanched asparagus spears to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This will help to preserve the asparagus's bright green color.
- Drain the asparagus spears and pat them dry before using them in your recipe.
- Asparagus can be roasted, grilled, sautéed, or steamed. It can also be eaten raw, although it is more commonly cooked.
- Asparagus pairs well with a variety of flavors, including lemon, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and almonds.
Conclusion:
Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you are roasting it, grilling it, sautéing it, or steaming it, asparagus is sure to be a hit. With its bright green color and tender-crisp texture, asparagus is a welcome addition to any meal.
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