Archive for March, 2008
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Byte of Asparagus by Patty "Sassy" Knutson
Byte of Asparagus
By Patty "Sassy" KnutsonASPARAGUS
Asparagus is one of my favorite veggies. Adding asparagus to any meal just seems to add a touch of elegance. As with most veggies, asparagus has its own very special flavor, which is a result of the combination of specific nutrients it contains. I find it interesting that asparagus comes from the lily family, and is found in many different colors including green, pink, purple and white. Pretty. :O)
While asparagus is highest in Vitamin K and folate, we've already discussed these nutrients in-depth here at VegWeb. So let's turn our attention to another excellent nutrient found in asparagus.
IT'S TIME FOR A NUTRITIONAL QUICKIE!
Asparagus is an excellent source of vitamin C. Usually when we think of sources of vitamin C we turn to fruits such as oranges and strawberries. But veggies are also a wonderful source of this important vitamin! Boiled asparagus can provide over 30% of your body's daily need for vitamin C, and this number only increases with other cooking methods, such as steaming or blanching.
Vitamin C is actually quite abundant in the diets of vegetarians…
