Vegetable profile
Asparagus
2 recipes · 1 months in season
When is Asparagus in season?
When is Asparagus in season?Asparagus, April — in season. Eating in season means both more flavour and more nutrition.
Asparagus recipes
Main Dish
Soup“A fast-passing spring vegetable; overcooking robs it of both texture and color, so brief cooking is the golden rule.”
Nutrition
A very low-calorie vegetable notable for folate and vitamin K.
Source: Sebze Meyve Takvimi
In the kitchen
In the kitchenHow do you store Asparagus?
Trim a little off the ends and stand the spears in a glass of water in the fridge (like flowers); stays fresh for a few days.
What should you look for when buying Asparagus?
Choose spears that are tight, with closed tips and a glossy look; avoid wilted or wrinkled tips.
What goes well with Asparagus?
What goes well with Asparagus?Eat asparagus with olive oil or a little butter — brief cooking preserves both its color and vitamin content.
How do you grow Asparagus at home?
How do you grow Asparagus at home?Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.
This information is for general guidance only and is not medical or dietary advice. Consult a dietitian or doctor for your individual needs.
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