About Stem Vegetables

    • Stem vegetables are those that have shoots or stalks which can be consumed.

    • Some of the most popular stem vegetables include asparagus, celery, fennel, etc.

    • These vegetables can be used to make a variety of dishes and are usually served with pasta, sandwiches, soups, etc.

    • It is important to remember that stem vegetables should not be over-cooked, or else they may lose their crunchiness.

    • Along with being delicious, stem vegetables possess minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.

List of Stem Vegetables

    • Asparagus

    • Cardoon

    • Celery

    • Fennel

    • Fiddlehead

    • Good King Henry

    • Kohlrabi (German turnip)

    • Leek

    • Nopal

    • Prussian Asparagus

    • Rhubarb

    • Swiss Chard