Asparagus Day

Time to cook a healthy vegetable side dish and enjoy the benefits and taste of a properly prepared dish on May 24, Asparagus Day. Options for cooking asparagus include grilling and baking. Use your favorite recipe.

History

Asparagus was cultivated and revered in Ancient Rome and Greece. It was used as a gift to the Pantheon gods. In the middle of the 17th century, asparagus appeared in North America, brought by migrants from Europe. In 1973, the first asparagus festival was held in Michigan, and the holiday has been celebrated since 1985.

Interesting Facts

California, Washington, and Michigan are the main producers of asparagus in the United States.

1. The name “asparagus” is of Greek origin.
2. Asparagus contains vitamins E, C, and A, nutrients, and folic acid. It promotes good health, prolongs youth, and helps normalize metabolic processes.
3. Asparagus can be grown at home in suitable soil, with a sunny location, timely watering, and the patience to harvest in 2-3 years.
4. Asparagus helps ease discomfort after drinking alcohol. Micronutrients in it protect the liver, and enzymes help break down alcohol compounds.
5. There is an asparagus museum in Germany.

On this holiday, visit an asparagus farm, take part in festivities, or cook a delicious dish using a new asparagus recipe.

When is Asparagus Day in 2025?

Asparagus Day is observed on May 24 each year.

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