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Purple asparagus

Add some colour to your refrigerated section with purple asparagus

Purple asparagus - Product picture

Purple is not a very common colour for asparagus in shops. Still, this colour has its own fanbase, especially those who are after a slightly sweeter taste. Purple asparagus are also perfect for using raw in a salad.

The young shoots of the asparagus plant are straight and fleshy. At the top of the stem, the tip is firm and closed.

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Storage advice

  • Transport and storage: Purple asparagus require the same approach as the other colours. During transport and storage, their condition remains optimal when temperatures do not exceed 2˚C.
  • Shop: In the shop, purple asparagus belong in the refrigerator.

Our purple asparagus are grown in:

Peru

Packaging options

Our purple asparagus are available in various sizes: L, XL and Jumbo. You can order all sizes per bundle of 450 grams. In addition to the trusted EAT ME packaging, at Nature's Pride we are open to providing your private label packaging.

Recipes & preparation tips

Preparation time in the kitchen is a doddle: just chop off the bottom 1 to 2 cm, and purple asparagus is immediately ready for cooking, stir-frying, sautéing or grilling. A quick preparation benefits the taste and texture. The purple asparagus shares the culinary possibilities of the other colours. The mild sweet taste also makes it a logical (and raw) option for a salad. Purple asparagus are an excellent accompaniment to meat and fish.

Purple Asparagus - Recipes And Cooking Tips