Native to the American continent, sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) are nutritious vegetables with many incredible properties and health benefits. Sweet potatoes come in a variety of colors, their flesh ranging from white to beige, yellow, orange and brown red, even purplish. The darker the colour of the flesh, the moister and sweeter the potato and … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
A thinner, slightly more elongated type of onion, the shallot (Allium ascalonicum) is a good source of vitamins A, C and B6 and boasts a higher dietary mineral content compared to its relative, the average onion. Being a member of the Allium cepa species, the vegetable displays specific characteristics. For instance, regular consumption of shallots has impressive anti-mutagenic properties as … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Shallots
Broad beans, faba beans and fava beans are all denominations referring to a variety of beans highly appreciated in the Mediterranean as well as Asian cuisines and culture: Vicia faba. Fava beans are one of the oldest crops in the world and historical documents suggest the beans have been extensively cultivated since ancient times. They … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Fava Beans
A leafy green member of the Brassicaceae family, arugula or rocket (Eruca sativa) is a popular salad and garden vegetable. Arugula has a slightly pungent aroma which goes perfectly with many salad vegetables and fruits. Italian cuisine advises scattering it on pizza in more than generous amounts alongside flavored mozzarella or even grated Parmesan cheese, combinations which … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Arugula