Title: What Are Hearts of Palm?
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What Are Hearts of Palm?
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What are Hearts of Palm
Nutrition and Benefits
How To Use
What Do They Taste Like?
Recipes
Where to Buy
Storage

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What are Hearts of Palm
Hearts of palm are cut from the core of a handful of palm tree species native to South and Central America. After harvesting, they are cut into cylinders or sliced into rings and packed in water or brine. They look like smooth, thick white asparagus spears and are often said to taste like artichokes. The delicate flavor of hearts of palm makes them a popular choice for salads, but they can also be braised, fried, or boiled. Nutrition and Benefits
Hearts of palm are low in calories and fat and are cholesterol free. They also provide a good source of vitamins such as zinc, potassium, and vitamin C. However, because canned hearts of palm are often processed with salt, the sodium content may be high. Therefore, it's suggested to rinse them before use.