In the Kitchen with Sigona’s Featuring: Local Asparagus
Asparagus is incredibly versatile. Coat it in panko and eat them as “fries”, par boil and serve them French-style as asparagus mimosa, add them to curries or pizza or risotto. The options are endless!
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Asparagus Mimosa
This delicious, French-inspired asparagus recipe is a fantastic side dish to serve for brunch or a dinner, especially in the spring, when local asparagus is in full swing. We added some bacon to add a little more flavor, but it’s just as good without the bacon. Inspired by Olive & Mango. Serves 4.
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Parmesan & Panko Roasted Asparagus Fries with Basil Aioli
Everyone! Get excited about local asparagus being in season! Our basil oil is a top seller, and pairs incredibly well with vegetables, both fresh or roasted. You’ll absolutely love this aioli, and you can use what’s left over as a sandwich or burger spread, or use it on seafood, such as salmon or shrimp. The asparagus can easily be made gluten-free by carefully selecting your panko. Makes about 2/3 cup aioli.
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Spring Risotto with Asparagus, Carrots, Peas, Leeks and Chives
Risotto is a dish that lends itself nicely to any season. Whether loaded with fresh green vegetables in the spring or festive orange butternut squash in the fall, it’s always a comfort dish that’s worth the time and patience. Serves 4 to 6.
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Roasted Vegetable Medley
You can use any combination of vegetables in this medley; we’ve adapted this recipe from The Pioneer Woman where she includes eggplant and red onion. The Herbes de Provence Olive Oil infuses flavors of rosemary, thyme, marjoram, savory and oregano, which season the vegetables beautifully. Try another of Sigona’s infused oils to incorporate a different flavor, such as our Garlic Olive Oil, Smokey Chipotle Olive Oil or the Tuscan Herb Olive Oil. Serves 6 to 8.
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Fresh Asparagus with Tarragon Butter
Springtime means local, fresh asparagus. While there are many ways to prepare asparagus, we find that sometimes simple is best. Tarragon adds a sweet, almost fennel-like flavor, which pairs nicely with the fresh, sweet asparagus. This delightful dish is ready in just minutes. Serves about 4.
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Asparagus & Bacon Tart with Herbed Cream Cheese and Fresh Lemon Zest
Deliciously lovely for brunch, an appetizer or as a side for dinner, this asparagus dish may quickly become your go-to for entertaining guests. Serves 3 to 6.
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Savory Grilled Chicken Breasts with Farro and Asparagus
This “full meal deal” recipe is fantastic for a spring dinner. Fresh asparagus, flavor-packed farro and a quick & easy savory grilled chicken breast is sure to impress any guest. Check out our how-to video for this dish then find the recipe below.
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Warm Asparagus Salad with Burst Grape Tomatoes and Pancetta
The pancetta in this dish, combined with the fresh tomatoes and basil, makes for an absolutely delicious side, especially when served with a nice grilled protein, such as fish or chicken. Leave off the cheese if you’d prefer the dish to be dairy-free. Serves about 4.
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Shaved Asparagus, Red Pepper and Prosciutto Pizza
Want to impress the ladies at your next book club or moms’ night out? Make this dish and serve it with a glass of white wine, such as our Limited Lot Sauvignon Blanc. The hardest part about this pizza is not eating the entire thing in one sitting. Recipe inspired by the Food Network.
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Local Asparagus Tossed with a Sigona’s Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Simple, easy and, if I may, elegant. Asparagus cooks in a flash, so prepare this dish just as dinner is about ready. Even going back to Rome, the Emperor Augustus is said to have dispatched orders “to be done in less time than it takes to cook asparagus.”
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Open-faced Asparagus and Mushroom Omelet
Cooking and serving this omelet is as easy as pie! It requires no fancy flipping or folding, as a traditional omelet does, and you can simply slice as a pizza or pie to serve. Serves 2 to 4.
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Creamy Fettuccine with Shaved Asparagus and Crimini Mushrooms
Sometimes the best way to use some of spring’s finest is in a comforting pasta dish. Using fresh pasta makes it so you can have this dish on the table in about 20 minutes.
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Thai Green Curry with Chicken and Asparagus
Curries are packed with flavor and good-for-you ingredients. You’ll love the fresh spring flavor of this dish, thanks to the local, in-season asparagus. Recipe and photo courtesy of Luisa Ormonde of Luisa’s Catering. Serves 2 to 4.
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Lemony Asparagus and Shrimp Skewers
Skewer these up for a light appetizer and serve with a white wine. They grill up in just minutes. Serve at least two per person.
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Simply Roasted Asparagus with Fresh Herbs and Sliced Almonds
If you’re looking to spruce up your go-to asparagus side dish, give this recipe a try. Adding fresh herbs, a little lemon juice and almonds will definitely add the flare you’re after. Serves 4 to 6.
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Shaved Asparagus & Herbed Cheese Flatbread with Wild Patagonian Shrimp
This is perfect for book club or “The Bachelor” party nights! The creamy herbed cheese pairs deliciously with in-season asparagus, and the shrimp add the perfect touch. Inspire by Tasty Kitchen. Serves about 4.
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Sheet Pan Dinner: Lemon-Garlic Roasted Wild Halibut and Asparagus
One sheet pan is all you need for this fantastically delicious and easy weeknight dinner. It’s great for those on a Keto diet, and it’s also gluten-free. Our halibut is wild and line-caught, and when the asparagus is local and in season (usually late February – April), this dish even better for you and your palate. Adapted from Julia’s Album. Serves 2.
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