White asparagus is delicate, tender, and subtly sweet. Cooked simply and finished with butter and fresh parsley, it lets the ingredient shine without distraction. This is a classic preparation clean, comforting, and quietly refined.
This is Let’s Veg simplicity at its best.

White Asparagus with Butter & Fresh Parsley
White asparagus with butter and fresh parsley cooked simply and tender. A classic Let’s Veg recipe perfect for light, elegant side dishes.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
- Bring a wide pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
- Add white asparagus and cook for 12-15 minutes, until tender when pierced with a knife.
- Drain carefully and transfer to a serving dish.
- Melt butter and drizzle over the asparagus.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and finish with lemon juice if using.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
Notes
Always peel white asparagus for best texture
Serve alongside potatoes, eggs, or simple grains
Hollandaise can replace butter for a classic variation