Fenugreek and Mustard: Leaves and Seeds as Foods

By Agrihortico CPL

Scientific name of fenugreek greens is Trigonella foenum-graecum. It belongs to the family Fabaceae. Fenugreek is considered to be a native of Eastern Europe and Ethiopia. It is widely cultivated in India and Mediterranean countries. Common name of fenugreek greens is Greek hay.
Scientific name of mustard greens is Brassica juncea. It belongs to the family Brassicaceae. All members of Brassicaceae are believed to be originated in the region comprising of Western Europe, the Mediterranean region and the temperate regions of Asia.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AGRIHORTICO
• Release date: Mar 23, 2021
• ISBN: 9791220286800

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Fenugreek Greens

Scientific name of fenugreek greens is Trigonella foenum-graecum. It belongs to the family Fabaceae. Fenugreek is considered to be a native of Eastern Europe and Ethiopia. It is widely cultivated in India and Mediterranean countries. Common name of fenugreek greens is Greek hay.

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Figure 1: Fenugreek greens

Food Uses: Fenugreek plant is a seasonal annual crop mainly grown for its leaves and seeds. Fenugreek leaves are a highly nutritious leafy vegetable. Young, tender leaves and young pods of the plant is used as a leafy vegetable while fenugreek seeds are used as a condiment. For vegetable purposes, fenugreek greens may be cooked just like any other leaf vegetable.

Nutrition in Fenugreek Greens: According to USDA Nutrient Database, fenugreek greens are an excellent source of iron. Other minerals present in fenugreek greens in large amounts are Calcium and Magnesium. It is also rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A. A detailed account of nutrients present in 100g of raw fenugreek greens is given