Products

Purple Asparagus

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All Origins
Peru

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Uses

Melissa's Purple Asparagus has a wonderful texture with a sweet flavor, just like the green variety. Purple Asparagus is a delicious treat, considered a delicacy by many. The succulent taste of this vegetable is impossible to describe, but once tasted its succulent flavors will keep you coming back for more. Asparagus is wonderful served cold in a green salad or bean salad, as well as served hot in many ways. Try asparagus with butter, cheese of your choice and a little seasoning broiled or baked. Enjoy Melissa's Purple Asparagus with either hollandaise sauce or dill. It is also great blanched and served with dips.

Selection, Storage & Handling

Melissa’s purple asparagus should be picked fresh with a firm touch and compact tips. Diameter of spear does not matter; a small crisp spear offers the best taste. Asparagus will keep for up to seven days in the refrigerator wrapped in a wet paper towel. Serve promptly for best flavor.

For availability, please use our store locator or contact us at 1.800.588.0151 and/or hotline@melissas.com.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

Amount Per Serving
- Calories 27
- Calories from Fat: 1

% Daily Value*
- Cholesterol 0mg 0%
- Fiber 3g 11%
- Protein 3g 0%
- Saturated Fat 0g 0%
- Sodium 3mg 0%
- Sugars 3g 0%
- Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
- Total Fat 0g 0%