Vegetable profile
Asparagus
2 recipes · 1 months in season
When is Asparagus in season?
When is Asparagus in season?Asparagus is in season in April. Eating in season means both more flavour and more nutrition.
Asparagus recipes
Main Dish
Soup“A fleeting 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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