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What Eating Purslane Every Day Can Do for You After 60

Purslane, known botanically as Portulaca oleracea, is often dismissed as a garden weed. Yet this fleshy, lemony-tasting plant is one of the most…

What Eating Purslane Every Day Can Do for You After 60

Easy Ways to Eat It Every Day

Purslane is versatile, which makes it easy to work into meals you already enjoy.

  • Raw: Toss it into salads in place of lettuce, or blend a handful into a fruit smoothie where its mild flavor disappears.
  • Cooked: Sauté it with garlic and olive oil for two to three minutes, or stir it into soups and stews where it holds up well.
  • Pickled: Quick-pickle the stems in vinegar, water, salt, and spices for a tangy condiment.
  • As a garnish: Scatter fresh leaves over eggs, fish, or chicken for a bright, lemony finish.
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