Asparagus for breakfast? Why not when you have great asparagus recipes for frittatas, omelets, quiches and more to start your day off right. (And they taste great for dinner, too!)
19 Breakfast Recipes for Asparagus Lovers
Updated on Mar. 05, 2024
1/19
Asparagus & Cheese Frittata
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich and creamy frittata begins in the skillet and ends in the oven. We like this melty, cheesy dish with salad on the side. —Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 325 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 263mg cholesterol, 779mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
2/19
Asparagus Cream Cheese Omelet
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When asparagus is in season, it makes an appearance at almost all of my meals. It tastes fantastic in this cheese omelette, and it looks pretty, too. —Jane Cain, Junction City, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 omelet: 350 calories, 29g fat (15g saturated fat), 418mg cholesterol, 570mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
3/19
Asparagus-Mushroom Frittata
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My Sicilian Aunt Paulina inspired this fluffy frittata. I remember visiting her garden, picking fresh veggies and watching her cook. Her wild asparagus frittata was my favorite. —Cindy Esposito, Bloomfield, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 130 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 192mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
4/19
Mushroom Asparagus Quiche
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Loads of asparagus pieces add color and flavor to this hearty, creamy quiche. And its easy crescent roll crust means you'll have dinner ready in a snap! —Sharon A. Fujita, Fontana, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 272 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 580mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
5/19
Poached Eggs with Tarragon Asparagus
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I adapted this recipe from a dish I had in Napa Valley. I decided to add toasted bread crumbs as a garnish. The result was a breakfast option that everyone loves. —Jennifer Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 170 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat.
6/19
Sunday Brunch Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My father was a chef, and this was one of his favorite recipes. He served it in the hotels where he worked as well as at home. Whenever it's served today in my home, it never fails to bring back fond memories of a table laden with food and encircled with family and friends enjoying the aromas, tastes and laughter. —Roy Lyon, Coupeville, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 331 calories, 23g fat (12g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 708mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
7/19
Savory Crepes
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The crepes used in this dish come from my mom's special recipe, and can be made ahead of time, refrigerated to assemble the next day. Cooked rotisserie chicken is a real timesaver when making this savory brunch specialty. —Mary Sloan, Brighton, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 filled crepe: 264 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
8/19
Asparagus Omelet Tortilla Wrap
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Since this omelet is packed with whole grains, veggies and protein, all I have
to do is add a side of fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast before work. Instead of asparagus, sometimes I make this with fresh spinach. —Bonita Suter, Lawrence, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 319 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 225mg cholesterol, 444mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch.
9/19
Asparagus, Bacon & Shallot Tart
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My tart is adapted from my mom's quiche recipe. She lives thousands of miles away from me in the U.K., so whenever I make it, happy memories of home come flooding back. —Paula Nolan, Granite Bay, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 367 calories, 30g fat (14g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 441mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
10/19
Overnight Asparagus Strata
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this tasty egg dish for breakfast, brunch, even dinner as a side dish. This is not your run-of-the-mill strata. —Lynn Licata, Sylvania, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 318 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 916mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
11/19
Asparagus Swiss Quiche
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh asparagus stars along with bacon, onion and Swiss cheese in this hearty quiche. —Mary Ann Taylor, Rockwell, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 390 calories, 31g fat (13g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 450mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
12/19
Colorful Brunch Frittata
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend called and asked me for a special recipe that he could serve at his daughter's wedding brunch. I created this recipe for the special day. —Kristin Arnett, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 270 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 377mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
13/19
Feta Asparagus Frittata
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Asparagus and feta cheese come together to make this frittata extra special. It's perfect for a lazy Sunday or to serve with a tossed salad for a light lunch. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 frittata: 425 calories, 31g fat (12g saturated fat), 590mg cholesterol, 1231mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein.
14/19
Crab Quiche with Hollandaise
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings (2/3 cup sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
I discovered this quiche at a diner during a motorcycle road trip with my husband. It was so amazing, I worked to duplicate it back home. Our family loves the results. —Amy Knight, Lake Linden, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 511 calories, 38g fat (21g saturated fat), 310mg cholesterol, 754mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 19g protein.
15/19
Potluck Eggs Benedict
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Asparagus spears give this hearty breakfast dish big springtime flavor. It's super served over warm fluffy biscuits...and a great way to use up extra hard-cooked eggs. — Pauline Van Breemen, Franklin, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup with 1 biscuit: 491 calories, 31g fat (18g saturated fat), 192mg cholesterol, 1371mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
16/19
Asparagus Frittata
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You would never guess that egg substitute is used in this fun variation on the classic asparagus frittata. —James Bates, Hermiston, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 134 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
17/19
Asparagus and Red Pepper Frittata
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
What a tasty way to start a morning! This frittata is enriched with asparagus, potatoes, peppers, herbs and a wonderful blend of cheeses. Serve with a side of seasonal fruit. —Toni Donahue, Westerville, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 371 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 370mg cholesterol, 692mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
18/19
Asparagus and Ham Strata
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a quick and easy make-ahead breakfast, do the prep work the night before. Next morning, just pop it in the oven. This casserole version of quiche is so hearty and delicious. —Alla Gray, St. Thomas, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 320 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 208mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
19/19
Vegetable Strata
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve food at our Bunco games, and since one of us is a vegetarian we like to make fun meatless dishes we can all enjoy. This strata can easily be doubled and tastes fantastic hot or at room temperature. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 677 calories, 36g fat (15g saturated fat), 244mg cholesterol, 940mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 35g protein.
