Verduras

Canned asparagus

Canned asparagus
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Ingredient Information

Name

Canned asparagus

Category

Verduras

Popularity

5 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Canned asparagus are fresh asparagus that have been cooked and preserved in a can to extend their shelf life and facilitate their use in cooking. This ingredient is characterized by its tender texture and mild flavor, making it ideal for quick incorporation into salads, side dishes, omelets, and other dishes without the need for extensive prior preparation.

Asparagus is native to the Mediterranean region, although today it is cultivated in various parts of the world, including Latin America. Its canning process allows this vegetable to be enjoyed year-round, beyond its natural season.

Among its properties, its low calorie content, high dietary fiber content, vitamins such as A, C, and K, and minerals like folic acid and potassium stand out. Additionally, it is known for its digestive benefits and its ability to provide antioxidants.

In Latin American Spanish, canned asparagus may also be known simply as asparagus in preserves or asparagus in a jar, although the most common and widely understood term is usually canned asparagus.

Nutritional Properties

2.1g
fiber
20mg
calcium
52mcg
folate
1.1mg
iron
202mg
potassium
20
calories
0mcg
lycopene
2.2g
proteins
7.5mg
vitamin c
0.2g
total fats
3.7g
carbohydrates

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