Zambana has been cultivating white asparagus, a mouth-watering vegetable, for years!
Zambana is especially famous for the cultivation of white asparagus, a delicious vegetable. The asparagus of Zambana is renowned for being particularly delicate, soft and fibre-free. It obtains these features thanks to the characteristics of the soil it is cultivated on and the cultivation technique employed by the local farmers. Farmers need to comply with strict production guidelines if they want their asparagus to be awarded the prestigious trademark "asparago trentino".
This vegetable was first mentioned in the 19th century and it is still harvested manually or by using traditional agricultural tools between March and the end of May. Asparagus is well-known for its diuretic properties and plays an essential role in Trentino cuisine.
The white asparagus of Zambana is in fact the strong suit of the local dishes and is exhaustively celebrated on different occasions, including festivals and folklore events. It can be served as an appetiser, used for the preparation of soups or risottos, stuffed crepes or cannelloni, eggs, fish and meat - no matter what you opt for, it will definitely be a real treat for your palate!
