Asparagus
Quick Facts
Vegetable Type: Stem
Scientific Name: Asparagus officinalis
Seasonality: Spring
Nutrients: Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, folate, fiber
Flavor: Sweet & earthy
Complementary Flavors: Lemon juice & pepper
Quick Cooking Tip: Lightly steam asparagus to help retain water-soluble vitamins like folate and vitamin C.
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Health Benefits
Polyphenols: The Powerful Antioxidant You Didn’t Know You Needed
Endurance athletes produce a lot of oxidative stress when they exercise. Consuming plenty of natural antioxidants through foods like asparagus is a great way to help reduce oxidative stress in the body.
Making Asparagus Kid-Friendly
Cut asparagus into bite-size pieces and saute with olive oil, lemon juice, pepper, and onion powder for your little ones to enjoy. You can even pair it with fun Paleo dipping sauces.
Sustainability Tip
Do you have asparagus that’s about to go bad? Reduce your food waste by pickling them!
Leftover Life Hack
If you have any leftover asparagus you can easily throw it into a blender with a few other ingredients and make an asparagus soup (yes, even if it’s seasoned). Try our Avocado Asparagus soup recipe!
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