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Chickory (Belgian endive)

The Americans call this pale, yellow, torpedo-shaped lettuce 'endive'. The leaves are tightly packed - pale yellow or white in colour. More robust in texture that other salad greens, chickory is slightly bitter in taste, but crisp in texture.

Category: Vegetable

In Season:

To Buy:

Avoid wilted, soft, discoloured edges. Look for smooth, white leaves that are crisp in texture.

To Store:

Will store in the crisper section of the fridge in plastic bags for up to 6 days.

Tips & Tricks:

Cooking Tips:

The firm leaves lend themselves to filling, and make a perfect-sized entree.

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Nutrition per 1 Cup:

Energy (kJ):

120

Fibre, g:

Fat (g):

0.4

Monosaturated Fat , g:

0.0

Vitamin C:

Potassium:

Salicylates:

Very high

Carbohydrates, g:

1.5

Protein (g):

3.3

Saturated Fat, g :

0.0

Vitamin B2:

Iron, mg:

Amines:

Low

Glutamates:

n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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