Asparagus grows in thin stalks out of the ground with a tender tips and dense, fibrous bottoms. This green veggie typically isn't any longer than a foot when store bought. Their flavor is green and pleasantly sweet and make a delicious side dish to many offerings.



asparagus (raw)

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Bitter is one of the five main tastes. It has a sharp and pungent profile. Bitter is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including coffee, chocolate, bitter melon, and chicory. Bitter is used sparingly to accentuate the flavors around it and can be mellowed by other tastes in both savory and sweet dishes. 

Bitter

	Amount Per Serving	% DV
Calories	27kcal	1%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	5g	2%
Sugars	3g	6%
Fiber	3g	11%
Proteins	3g	4%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	3mg	0%