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Amaranth leaf

Amarant yaprağı

Homeland

The Americas and the tropics

Season

Summer

Nutrition values

Per 100 g, raw

Energy23 kcal
Carbohydrate4 g
of which sugars g
Fiber g
Protein2.5 g
Fat0.3 g

Did you know?

The seed of the same plant is eaten as a pseudocereal while the leaf is cooked like spinach.

Consumption tip

Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.

Sources: USDA FoodData Central (nutrition, per 100 g raw); Wikipedia "List of food origins" and Vavilov centers of origin (homeland). Natural, unprocessed foods are considered halal.

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