Green Dandelion Greens

Description

This wild, wispy herb has delicate leaves and a fine stem, with a bold and peppery taste that sharpens with age, making it a great addition to salads or pesto. Dandelion greens are also rich in vitamin C, fiber, potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc and phosphorus.

Storage

Keep the greens in the refrigerator in an airtight bag lined with paper towels to absorb the moisture to keep fresh for up to five days.

Preparation

Rinse or soak the greens in cold water, discarding wilty or slimy leaves. After soaked, pat or spin dry and chop into thin ribbons.

Usage

Dandelion greens can be mixed into salads with dried fruit and toasted nuts, or even baked with rich flavors or blended into pesto.

Nutrition

Serving Size 85 grams
Amount/Serving
Calories 35
Calories from Fat 5
Daily Value
Total Fat 0.5g 1%
Saturated Fat 0 0%
Trans Fat 0 0%
Cholesterol 0 0%
Sodium 65mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 2g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 160mg 10%
Iron 2.6mg 15%
Potassium 340mg 8%

Dandelion greens support vision, regulates blood pressure, are a natural diuretic and a good source of calcium, fiber, and protein,

Availability

  • january
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  • may
  • june
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  • august
  • september
  • october
  • november
  • december

Flavor Profile

The bitter taste of the greens varies with its size, and young leaves provide a milder flavor. Dandelion greens are assertive and peppery.

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