Organic
Asparagus (White - Bunch)
"Nature's slender yet mighty delight"
A tender and delicate spear-shaped vegetable, prized for its unique flavor and crunchy texture
Also known as
White Asparagus, Spargel, Tender Spears
Botanical name
Asparagus officinalis
Product Details
PLU Code
93393
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Asparagus › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, now cultivated worldwide in over 25 countries
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
14-21 days
Status
Approved
About Asparagus (White - Bunch)
Asparagus officinalis, rich in vitamins A, C and K, is often served steamed or blanched to preserve its nutrients and delicate flavor
Nutrition Information
Asparagus contains low calories, very little fat, and is rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of asparagus,
Energy 20 kcal
Protein 2.2 grams
Fat 0.12 grams
Carbohydrates 3.38 grams
Fiber 2.1 grams
Sugar 1.88 grams
Sodium 2 milligrams
Potassium 302 milligrams
Vitamin A 38 micrograms
Vitamin K 41.6 micrograms
Folate 88 micrograms
Vitamin C 6.9 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh asparagus spears. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Humidity
95-99%
Packaging
Perforated plastic bags or breathable containers
Shelf Life
14-21 days
Storage Notes: Asparagus is highly perishable and must be cooled immediately after harvest to delay toughening and senescence. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -0.5°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 210-213.
Applies to: fresh asparagus spears.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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