This article is from the Health Articles series.
Nutritional Information:
Excellent source of vitamin C and folate. Good source of calcium.
What To Look For:
Look for small, soft leaves. (The bigger the leaves are, the
more peppery and hot they become.)
Storage, Easy Cooking:
Will keep for 1 or 2 days if refrigerated. Discard the long
stems. Wash well in several changes of water to remove any
dirt. Dry well.
Best Uses:
Often used in salads. Its warm flavor is good with olives,
hard-cooked eggs, grilled onions, and salty cheeses. Use vinaigrettes
with strong acids, such as sherry vinegars, lemon juice, or
aged red wine.
 
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