Tragopogon porrifolius subsp. longirostris
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Tragopogon porrifolius subsp. longirostris

Common name:
Purple Salsify

Local name:
Yemlik

Country:
Turkey

Food Group(s):
Leafy vegetable

Part of plant/stage of process:
leaves, raw

The roots, and sometimes the young shoots, of purple salsify can be consumed as a vegetable. The roots taste vaguely of oysters, and when young, can be grated over salads. Older roots are best cooked and used in soups and stews. Shoots are eaten raw or cooked, and added to salad. Sprouted seeds can also be used in salads.

Nutrition Data

Energy (Kcal) KJ38 (160)
Water (g)87.54000000000001
Protein (g)tr
Fat (g)0.83
Available carbohydrates (g)5.41
Dietary Fiber (g)4.7
Ash (g)1.52
Ca (mg)192
Fe (mg)15.17
Mg (mg)64
P (mg)46
K (mg)318
Na (mg)5
Zn (mg)0.53
Vit A-RAE (mcg)347
ß-carotene (mcg)4164
VitC (mg)32
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