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