Asparagus ( 1 kg )

Description

Asparagus is a member of the lily family. This popular vegetable comes in a variety of colors, including green, white, and purple. It’s used in dishes around the world, including frittatas, kinds of pasta, and stir-fries. Asparagus is also low in calories and packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Asparagus is low in calories but boasts an impressive nutrient profile.

In fact, just half a cup (90 grams) of cooked asparagus contains (1):

• Calories: 20
• Protein: 2.2 grams
• Fat: 0.2 grams
• Fiber: 1.8 grams
• Vitamin C: 12% of the RDI
• Vitamin A: 18% of the RDI
• Vitamin K: 57% of the RDI
• Folate: 34% of the RDI
• Potassium: 6% of the RDI
• Phosphorous: 5% of the RDI
• Vitamin E: 7% of the RDI

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

In addition, asparagus is high in folate, a nutrient that is vital for a healthy pregnancy and many important processes in the body, including cell growth and DNA formation