Ontario Asparagus

Ontario Asparagus Support local asparagus & the 65 Ontario growers every May through early July.

05/30/2026

Roast them or grill them?
Honestly, you'll win with Ontario asparagus either way.
Roasting brings out crisp edges and deep, savoury flavour, while grilling adds smoky char and that fresh-off-the-BBQ taste of spring.

The best part? Both methods are fast, simple, and let Ontario asparagus stay the star of the plate. 💚

To roast (or airfry!):
Oil + salt + pepper
Bake at 400°F for approx. 5-10 minutes, depending on how crispy you want it
Look for it to be tender, with a slight bite

To grill:
Coat with oil + salt
Grill over high heat for 2–4 minutes
Look for lightly charred and fork-tender

So… are you roasting or grilling this season? 👀

You can boil asparagus, BUT don’t overcook it. Asparagus is best served when it retains its bright colour and crisp bite...
05/29/2026

You can boil asparagus, BUT don’t overcook it. Asparagus is best served when it retains its bright colour and crisp bite.
Bring water to a boil. Wash asparagus and trim the ends. Carefully add asparagus. Boil uncovered for about 3-5 minutes (depending on spear thickness). Drain well and serve immediately.

Simple, fresh, and perfectly in season. 💚

Find out more about asparagus: https://bit.ly/42Xw65m

05/28/2026

Ontario asparagus season always feels too short. One minute the fields are just waking up from winter, and the next, fresh asparagus is everywhere. Grilled at BBQs, tossed into pastas, added to brunch tables, and eaten straight off the baking tray before dinner even starts.

That’s the thing about seasonal food: when it’s only here for a little while, you appreciate it more.

Some things still just taste better during the local season! 💚
More recipe ideas: https://bit.ly/3oeUHBX

05/27/2026

Fresh off the grill and gone just as quickly! Fast to cook. Fast to disappear. This Pancetta-Wrapped Ontario Asparagus is the kind of spring recipe that feels impressive without taking much effort.

Fresh Ontario asparagus is wrapped in pancetta, grilled until crisp and smoky, then finished with charred lemon and whole grain mustard for the perfect balance of richness and brightness.

Simple ingredients. Big flavour. Peak asparagus season.

Recipe developed by Chef Jonathan Collins.
Get the full recipe here: https://bit.ly/4tREZbT
View instruction video: https://bit.ly/4tWnU0e

05/26/2026

How to Keep Asparagus Fresh Longer!
💚 Wrap the ends in a damp paper towel, place the bunch in a sealed bag, and refrigerate. This helps lock in moisture while keeping the spears firm and fresh.
OR
💚 Stand the spears upright in a small amount of water, like fresh flowers and cover with a plastic bag.

Store in the fridge and enjoy within 5–7 days for the best flavour and texture.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/42Xw65m

05/26/2026

How to Shop for Asparagus!
💚 Look for firm spears with tightly closed tips
💚 Choose bright, fresh-looking stalks
💚 One bunch (about 1 lb / 500 g) typically serves 5-6 people, depending on the recipe

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05/24/2026

FAST TO COOK. FAST TO DISAPPEAR. 🌱
This one brings the heat. Ontario asparagus meets bold achari spices in a quick 15-minute sauté with garlic, cumin, mustard, fennel, fenugreek, chili flakes, and a squeeze of lemon to finish.

It’s vibrant, punchy, and still keeps that crisp snap Ontario asparagus is known for. Perfect as a quick lunch that doesn’t overthink anything, just big flavour, fast.

This delicious recipe was developed by Flour & Spice
Full recipe: https://bit.ly/4dpChW3

When Ontario asparagus is this fresh, you don’t need much time to make it taste good. Just add a little water, cover, an...
05/23/2026

When Ontario asparagus is this fresh, you don’t need much time to make it taste good. Just add a little water, cover, and microwave until tender-crisp. In minutes, you’ve got a quick spring side ready for dinner, lunch, or straight-from-the-bowl snacking. Fast, easy, and surprisingly delicious.

How to microwave Ontario asparagus:
💚Place 1 lb washed & trimmed asparagus in a microwave-safe dish
💚Add 2 tbsp water and cover with damp paper towel
💚Microwave on HIGH for 3-4 minutes
💚Rearrange spears once halfway through

Tender-crisp in minutes.

05/21/2026

Garlic Cheese Ontario Asparagus: Fresh from Ontario fields, ready in 15 minutes and gone just as quickly.

Fresh Ontario asparagus is brushed with melted butter and garlic, topped with mozzarella and parmesan, then baked until golden, bubbly, and perfectly tender-crisp.

It’s rich, savoury, and made for sharing. Though it rarely lasts long on the table.

Recipe developed for us by the amazing .
Get the full recipe on our website: https://bit.ly/42FmZGx

05/20/2026

Our growers hear time and time again, that Ontario asparagus is just better than asparagus at other times of the year, and we agree!
Here are a few reasons why local asparagus is special.
1) It's harvested and shipped to stores same day, or within days so it's as fresh as you'll get.
2) We grow unique varieties that suit our cold climate. (Yes, asparagus has varieties, just like other produce, like apples!) We'll tell you about this more in a separate post!
3) Ontario asparagus plants naturally come into season each spring, because we have distinct seasons. The long period following harvest allows the plants here to naturally rejuvenate, supporting healthy spears for the following year.
4) We like to think our growers are among the best in the world!

Local asparagus has one of the shortest seasons of any crop, and we believe it's the best quality you can get, which is exactly why people look forward to it every year. Every spear is picked fresh, by hand, right here at home. Enjoy some this week!

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Simcoe, ON
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