Asparagus
About the ingredient asparagus. Including 448 recipes with asparagus, nutrition data, photos, and where to find it.
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What are asparagus?
Asparagus is a low-calorie source of folate and potassium. Its stalks are high in antioxidants. "Asparagus provides essential nutrients: six spears contain some 135 micrograms (μg) of folate, almost half the adult RDI (recommended daily intake), 20 milligrams of potassium," notes an article in Reader's Digest.
Research suggests folate is key in taming homocysteine, a substance implicated in heart disease. Folate is also critical for pregnant mothers, since it protects against neural tube defects in babies. Several studies indicate that getting plenty of potassium may reduce the loss of calcium from the body.
Particularly green asparagus is a good source of vitamin C. Vitamin C helps the body produce and maintain collagen, the major structural protein component of the body's connective tissues.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (134g)Where found
Asparagus are usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Asparagus are a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much do asparagus weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 134 grams |
| 1 spear, small (5" long or less) | 12 grams |
| 1 spear, medium (5-1/4" to 7" long) | 16 grams |
| 1 spear, large (7-1/4" to 8-1/2") | 20 grams |
| 1 spear, extra large (8-3/4" to 10" long) | 24 grams |
| 1 spear tip (2" long or less) | 3 grams |
Related
Vegetables and Vegetable Products
| In Chinese: | 芦笋 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | les asperges | |
| en español: | el espárragos |
Recipes using asparagus
There are 448 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Lamb Loin with English Spinach Semi Dried Tomatoes & Bush Tomato Chutney
BBQ'd Lamb Loin stuffed with semi dried tomatoes and asparagus spears and served with bush tomato chutney and sauteed English spinach.
Aspragus, Bell Pepper & Mushroom Omelette
Like making omelette for breakfast, because it's easy, filling and packed with nutrients.
Asparagus Chicken Mousse with Orange Butter
Sophisticated presentation and awfully tasty. Chicken and asparagus mousse, decorated with asparagus tips and served with an orange butter.
Asparagus, Red Bell Pepper & Arugula Salad
It's the season of fresh produce, such as asparagus and arugula. This refreshing salad has both of these delicious veggies along with red bell pepper tossed with a light and tasty vinaigrette, and topped with some creamy goat cheese or any your favorite creamy cheese.
Asparagus & Mint Frittata
Seasonal asparagus, fresh mint, parsley leaves, and parmesan cheese together make a delicious frittata that fits in any moment.
Asparagus Omelette
Yum. The combination of asparagus and mushrooms inside the omelet was packed with flavor, and it went deliciously well with omelette.
Lemon Chicken Asparagus
Chicken breast turned out juicy, made my own seasoned bread crumbs by toasting some bread and using a food processor adding some Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, turned out a bit dark but awfully tasty. I used speck, a smoked prosciutto instead of the turkey ham and the flavors matched up well. I made a sauce by deglazing the pan with a bit of white wine. Overall a nice combination and quite easy to make.
Garlicky Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Mustard Dressing
Roasting is one of most delicious way to enjoy asparagus, especially when it's freshly picked from your local farmer's market. This simple and tasty recipe doesn't take long to be ready. Make sure that you roast enough of it, because it won't last long.
Orange-Roasted Tofu & Asparagus
Roasting tofu in the oven is a great way to create a very meaty texture. No mushy tofu here and combined with a very flavorful sauce the cubes are almost like cubes of beef.
Asparagus & Mushroom Tarts
Asparagus, mushrooms and a bit of cheese baked on a delicate puff pastry base. Store bought puff pastry saves time while impressing your guests.
Two Cheese, Shaved Asparagus & Mushroom Pizza
Brushed with extra-virgin olive oil, topped with shaved asparagus, sliced cremini mushrooms, mozzarella and parmesan cheese. The aroma from the oven during the baking fills up your entire place, the pizza comes out cheesy, oozy, refreshing and tasty.
Keir's Orange Roughy Fillet & Baked Garlic Asparagus
A mild sauce over broiled orange Roughy fish with baked garlic asparagus
Asparagus Grilled with Curried Yogurt Dressing
The curried yogurt dressing is spicy, creamy and flavorful, grilled asparagus is tender-crispy, topped with curried yogurt dressing, a light and tasty side dish for your spring supper.
Warm Asparagus Salad
Enjoy a delicious and refreshing salad that can be served with any of your favorite main dishes.
Refreshing Asparagus & Mixed Baby Greens Salad
Pan-seared asparagus is tender yet still crisp, tossed with mixed baby greens, a tasty vinaigrette and hard-boiled eggs. A flavorful salad that's quick, easy to make.
Asparagus & Gruyere Pie
Cheesy and delicious. The whole wheat crust is so flakey and tasty, the filling is made with sauteed onions, asparagus and gruyere cheese, packed with yumminess. It's great for an appetizer, or a vegetarian main course.
Creamy Asparagus Pasta
Creamy, refreshing and delicious. You will love this easy one-pot meal that's ideal for a busy weekday dinner.
Roasted Asparagus with Sweet Pepper & Shallots
A quick and easy way to make a delicious side dish with asparagus.
Asparagus & Canadian Bacon Cheese Omelet
Quick, easy and tasty. This hearty breakfast can be done within 10 minutes. Serve it with a cup of orange juice and one or two slices of toast.
Roasted Bell Pepper, Artichoke Hearts, & Olive Pizza
Instead of taking-out pizza, make this easy yet delicious pizza at home. Roasted bell pepper, marinated artichoke hearts, salty olives, fresh mushrooms and some red onion rings are topped over pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese, then sprinkle more cheese over. Nobody can resist this freshly baked pizza!
Fluffy Asparagus & Goat Cheese Soufflés
Asparagus and goat cheese are a good pair, and they work perfectly well in this recipe, asparagus adds the tender-crispy crunchiness, and goat cheese gave the souffles more creamy and cheesy taste. It is a great appetizer to impress your guests from the beginning.
Asparagus Prosciutto Bundles
Quick and easy yet dressy and good for company. The prosciutto wrapped around the asparagus gets crispy under the broiler and the tomato garlic dressing adds even more flavor.
