HEARTS OF PALM

Hearts of Palm AGROCAN

Hearts of Palm, come from Bolivia. This vegetable is the inner core of a Palm Tree bud. The bark and white fibers are removed, leaving the center core or Heart of Palm. The center core is edible. It has a soft texture, mild flavor and full of nutrients. It is a good source of Dietary Fiber, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Calcium and Vitamin C.

AGROCAN brand canned Hearts of Palm are used directly from the tin. Since harvesting is such a labor-intensive task, Hearts of Palm are considered a delicacy. They can be eaten alone, as a side dish, added to a salad or made into a dip.