Collard greens are members of the Brassica oleracea acephala group, which means, they grow without a head–like a cabbage would. We all know fruits and vegetables are healthy, but certain members of the Brassica group, known as Cruciferous vegetables, carry with them some known health benefits. As the plant-based trend moves mainstream, certain vegetables can…
Red cabbage is a member of the Brassica oleracea L. var. capitata group. We all know fruits and vegetables are healthy, but certain members of the Brassica group, known as Cruciferous vegetables, carry with them some known health benefits, a quick Google search will find dozens of sources to read. In the case of red…
Green cabbage is a member of the Brassica oleracea L. var. capitata group. We all know fruits and vegetables are healthy, but certain members of the Brassica group, known as Cruciferous vegetables, carry with them some known health benefits. There are many varieties of cabbage grown, but green (white) or red cabbage are the most…
Belonging to the Brassica family, specifically the Brassica Rapa Chinensis group, Bok choy is also known as Pak-choi, Chinese white cabbage, Tsoi sum, and Yow choy. There are many varieties grown, but they mostly come in two sizes: full size and baby. Baby Bok choy is also called Shanghai bok choy. Bok choy has crisp,…
Beautiful waxy, intensely colored red and white leaves have a bitter taste that lends itself well to salads. It is also sturdy enough to be grilled.
Usage: Baby spinach is great for use in salads as it has a sweeter taste. Phytochemical: Beta-carotene, Lutein and Zeaxanthin Color: Light – medium green Shape: Small, ovate to triangular. Skin Texture: Smooth; delicate. Taste: Succulent; sweeter taste than standard smooth leaf spinach probably owing to its reduced concentration of oxalic acid. Flesh Description: Tender,…
The red tipped, slightly curled leaves have an herbaceous and nutty flavor. Slightly crisp ribs with tender edges.
Mache lettuce is spoon-shaped with rounded green leaves have a sweet hazelnut taste. Variety AKA/Synonyms: LambÍs Lettuce, LambÍs Tongue, Corn Salad, Doucette, Field Salad. Phytochemical: Quercetins. Outside Coloring: Deep green. Shape: Nicely shaped, small leaves a bit like miniature spinach leaves. Flesh Description: Tender, succulent leaves. Usage: Good raw, saut_ed or steamed, commonly used in…
The leaves of this lettuce are crisp & green on the outside, while inner leaves, which are not exposed to light, are rather yellowish or whitish. Common cultivated types of lettuce are derived from the species Lactuca sativa, originally from Eurasia & a member of the daisy family, Compositae.
The leaves of this lettuce are crisp & green on the outside, while inner leaves, which are not exposed to light, are rather yellowish or whitish. Common cultivated types of lettuce are derived from the species Lactuca sativa, originally from Eurasia & a member of the daisy family, Compositae.
The Arugula plant grows to about a height of 20 inches and has tender green leaves that are smooth, sharply indented, and irregularly shaped. Exhibits a delicate peppery flavor. Arugula is an aromatic salad green. It is also known as rocket, roquette, rugula and rucola, and is popular in Italian cuisine. In Roman times Arugula…
Whole leaves should be crisp with a mild sweet flavor. Long curly dark leaves loaded w/ nutrition, rich in color & texture. Red leaf lettuce does not grow into a head. This vegetable plant is a native to eastern Mediterranean & western Asia. Cultivation of lettuce can be traced back as far as 4500 B.C….
Mesclun mixes _ A combination of a variety of specialty/baby lettuces and greens such as red or green oak leaf, red or green leaf, red or green romaine, little gem, lollo rossa, tango, mache, frisee, mizuna, and radicchio.
The leaves of this lettuce are crisp & green on the outside, while inner leaves, which are not exposed to light, are rather yellowish or whitish. Common cultivated types of lettuce are derived from the species Lactuca sativa, originally from Eurasia & a member of the daisy family, Compositae. There are 4 general classes, based…
Whole leaves should be crisp with a mild sweet flavor. Long curly dark leaves loaded w/ nutrition, rich in color & texture. Green leaf lettuce does not grow into a head. This vegetable plant is a native to eastern Mediterranean & Western Asia. Cultivation of lettuce can be traced back as far as 4500 B.C….
Frisee is characterized by feathery leaves that are pencil thin and somewhat scraggly. Frisee is ivory-yellow in the center with surrounded by green feathery leaves. Frisee is great for adding texture and color to salads and appetizers. It also makes a great bed for your center protein. Frisee can be somewhat bitter if the outer…
Boston Lettuce is also known as Butterhead Lettuce. The tender leaves are soft, velvety and delicate, and have a delicate crunch. Boston Lettuce leaves are great to offer your guests as a ñwrapî instead of bread for low carb or gluten free dishes. The leaves are flexible, pliable and easily folded.
Kale is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the Brassica family, a group of vegetables including cabbage, collards and Brussels sprouts. Curly kale has ruffled leaves and a fibrous stalk and is usually deep green in color. It has a lively pungent flavor with delicious bitter peppery qualities. Ornamental kale is a more recently…
A member of the chicory family that includes radicchio, frisee, dandelion and escarole, In addition to their uses in salads, endive can be grilled, seared, and braised. In fact, a degree of their characteristic bitterness turns to sweetness when cooked.
Characterized by an oblong head and tightly packed, pale green to white crinkled leaves. NapaÍs mild flavor is similar to a cross between cabbage, iceberg lettuce, and celery. Texture is tender-crisp. Napa may be used cooked or uncooked. Also known as celery cabbage or pe-tsai. Napa is native to China, where is has been consumed…