Description
STORAGE TIP
Place asparagus upright in a glass or jar with about an inch or two of water, making sure all the ends are submersed in water. Loosely cover the asparagus with a plastic bag and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
NUTRITION FACTS
Half a cup (90 grams) of cooked asparagus contains
- Calories: 20
- Protein: 2.2 grams
- Fat: 0.2 grams
- Fiber: 1.8 grams
- Vitamin C: 12% of DV
- Vitamin A: 18% of DV
- Vitamin K: 57% of DV
- Folate: 34% of DV
- Potassium: 6% of DV
- Phosphorous: 5% of DV
- Vitamin E: 7% of DV
Asparagus also possesses small amounts of other micronutrients, including iron, zinc and riboflavin. It’s an excellent source of vitamin K, an essential nutrient involved in blood clotting and bone health.
