Purslane
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is an annual succulent. It has smooth, green to reddish stems with green leaves and yellow flowers.
Although Purslane is a weed, it can be eaten as a vegetable and has a slightly sour and salty taste. The stems, leaves and flowers are edible.
The plant can be eaten fresh, stir-fried, cooked or can be added to soups and stews.
Purslane is rich in Omega 3, energy, carbohydrates, fat and protein.
Nutritional information: Vitamin A, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (a whopping 81% per 100g raw serving), Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc.
