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🥬 VegetableLow glycemicGluten free

Orach

Bahçe kazayağı

Homeland

Europe and western Asia

Season

Spring to summer

Nutrition values

Per 100 g, raw

Energy— kcal
Carbohydrate— g
of which sugars— g
Fiber— g
Protein— g
Fat— g

Did you know?

Before spinach spread it was Europe's main leaf vegetable, and it comes in red, yellow and green forms. Unlike spinach it tolerates heat and keeps producing leaves through summer without bolting.

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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