Asparagus is a spring vegetable rich in nutrients. One of the best-known pairings in Italian cuisine is asparagus and eggs, while in Eastern countries asparagus often used as a complement with meat, such as chicken and beef, or with shellfish, such as crabs and
scallops.
Asparagus is a vegetable belonging to the Liliaceae family. It comes in two colours, dictated by the amount of light it receives while it is growing: green asparagus has a very intense taste while white asparagus has a more delicate taste.