Leek green
Leek is an annual plant that belongs to the onion family. The leaves have a greenish-blue color, interesting aroma and pleasant sweet taste. Unlike ordinary onions, leeks do not have onions. The plant ends with a thick stem.
Homeland of green onions and leeks is considered to be the Mediterranean. Now leeks are distributed around the world. It is easy to grow on moist and fertilized soil, especially in places where potatoes, cabbage or legumes used to grow.
Green leaves of leeks, as well as the stem is a very useful product. They contain carbohydrates, proteins, B vitamins, vitamin A, K, E, ascorbic acid, useful micro and macronutrients.
In cooking, mainly use the white part of the plant. So many are wondering how to use the green leaves of leeks and whether to eat the green part of leeks?
Some people think that green leaves are not tasty and hard, others, on the contrary, choose greens.
The green part of leeks is useful and tasty. It can be added to soups, borscht, okroshka, stews, pies, salads.
There are many recipes on the Internet using the green part of leeks.
Now let's understand what are the useful properties of leeks
- The plant helps with anemia, increases hemoglobin in the blood.
- Leeks are considered a natural aphrodisiac.
- Leek is recommended to maintain a healthy digestion. Thanks to the fiber contained in the plant, onions improve digestion, help with bloating and flatulence.
- Leeks stabilize blood pressure, dilate blood vessels, reduce the risk of hypertension.
- The plant is very good for the heart.
- Like many fibrous vegetables, leeks promote weight loss because it creates a feeling of satiety and reduces appetite.
- Vitamin K contained in onions activates protein in our body, which allows our bones to stay healthy and strong.
- Leeks help improve eyesight.
- The plant improves memory, increases brain function and concentration.
You can buy natural dried green leeks in our online store at a great price.
Leek can be bought both wholesale and retail from 100 grams.