Organic
Asparagus
"The prized delicacy of the vegetable kingdom"
A delicate, perennial spring vegetable with tender and crunchy spears, often used in high-end culinary dishes
Also known as
White spear, Spargel
Botanical name
Asparagus officinalis
Product Details
PLU Code
94523
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Asparagus › Large
Origin
Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
14-21 days
Status
Approved
About Asparagus
White Asparagus is typically harvested before the spears are exposed to sunlight to prevent chlorophyll formation. This results in a mild and sweet flavor, a favorite among chefs worldwide
Nutrition Information
Per 100 grams of raw white asparagus, it contains approximately 2.9 grams of protein, 1.8 grams of fiber, and 20 milligrams of sodium. It has a low calorie count of 20 kcal. The vitamin content per 100 grams is as follows: 0.9 milligrams of vitamin C, 0.9 milligrams of vitamin E, 0.1 milligrams of vitamin B6, 66 milligrams of folate, and 0.2 milligrams of vitamin K. In terms of minerals, it has 24 milligrams of potassium, 0.2 milligrams of manganese, 0.2 milligrams of zinc, 0.3 milligrams of phosphorus, and 0.5 milligrams of iron.
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
Breathable packaging to prevent moisture buildup, often stored in cartons with polyethelyene bags
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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