Nutritional Value

• An excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals, especially folate and vitamins A, C and K.
• Good source of antioxidants, including vitamins C and E, flavonoids and polyphenols which reduce risk of chronic disease.
• As a good source of fiber, Kurilo improves digestive health and may help reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.
• It has low calories, high water content and rich in fiber thus helps to reduce weight.

Storage and Uses

• Stand the kurilos upright in a glass or jar with 1-2 inches of water and loosely cover the top portion with plastic bag and store in refrigerator upto a week.
• It can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, grilling, steaming, roasting and sautéing. Asparagus can be used in a number of dishes like salads, stir-fries, frittatas, omelets and pastas, and it makes an excellent side dish.

Note

• Asparagus is high in folate (vitamin B9), an important nutrient that helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects during pregnancy.