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Green veggies are essential and we know this, especially the leafy ones. A generous portion of green leafy vegetables in our diet can benefit our health in numerous ways. And you know what? Winters are the best time to enjoy green leafy vegetables. Green leafy veggies are packed with fibre, vitamins, iron, calcium, and antioxidants.
We all know about palak, methi, chaulai, bathua, and sarson but this is not it. There are so many other leafy vegetables also that exist and we don’t even know!! The ones we are talking about are indigenous superfoods that are consumed in rural India for years.
Haldi Patta
You might now know that even turmeric leaves are used in cooking. Just like turmeric, its leaves are also used in making herbal concoctions to prevent seasonal allergies, especially in the coastal regions of India. Moreover, a rice dish called Patoli is also made using turmeric leaves in Goa.
Pui Saag
Also known as basale soppu in Kannada and Pui saag in Bengali, it is a perennial plant that is loaded with ample health benefits. Extremely low in calories, this green veggie is high in fibre and thus, promotes better digestion. Did you know about this?
Saijan Saag
Moringa or drumstick is a true hero and this is because of many reasons. Every part of this tree could be used and leaves are no exception. Its leaves, also known as saijan leaves, are highly nutritious and healthy. These leaves are used in India as a traditional remedy for many ailments such as diabetes, heart disease, anemia, arthritis, liver disease, and so much more.
Kulfa Saag
Believe me, this leafy green also known as kulfa, luni, or ghol, is highly nutritious as well as underrated. If some studies are to be believed, kulfa saag is known for its properties of reducing fever and curing urinary infections. Also, it was the favourite vegetable of Mahatam Gandhi as he wrote about it in one of his magazines. Let us tell you that Euell Gibbons, the American expert on wild food, has even labeled it “India’s gift to the world.” No wonder!!
Arbi Patta
We all love arbi and we know how delicious is it. But what we didn’t know is that the heart-shaped leaves of arbi are also delicious. They are packed with ample nutrients and are a part of different Indian cuisines. This green veggie has robust flavours and thus, is used in scrumptious dishes like patrod.
On this happy note, let us share the recipe of arbi patta pakode that you can enjoy with your evening tea. Here you go!!
Let us know if you knew about these green leafy vegetables!!
