In season from May to July, asparagus is a nutrient-packed vegetable. It is a very good source of fibre, folate and vitamins. Asparagus’ are incredibly versatile and can be eaten raw and cooked.
Store your asparagus in the fridge for up to a week. Ideally the stems should be moist during storage, so before placing them in the fridge stand them upright in a jar or glass with cold water in the bottom. Alternatively, wrap the ends with a wet tea towel and keep in the vegetable drawer of the fridge.
Simply wash your asparagus and bend the spears which will naturally snap at the right point. Keep the ends, they are not as tender as the top of the asparagus, but perfectly edible and will make a great addition to soup and stock. You also can just chop off the bottom 1-1/2 inches to ensure perfect taste.