1, the nutritional value of dandelion
Dandelion, also known as Taraxacum mongolicum, Taraxacum mongolicum and Viola yedoensis, is a perennial herb of Compositae, which is widely grown in the field. The seeds have white crested flower heads, which are scattered with the wind when the breeze blows. It has long been recorded in ancient books that dandelion is bitter, sweet, cold, non-toxic, has the effect of clearing away heat and toxic materials, and has good medicinal value.
Studies have shown that dandelion has antibacterial, breast enhancement, anti-tumor and cholagogic effects, especially for tonsillitis, cholecystitis, acute icteric hepatitis and other diseases. Countries all over the world also have a soft spot for dandelion. The Japanese not only use dandelion to treat breast diseases, but also have begun to develop dandelion food, while the Germans just cut dandelion roots into pieces instead of coffee.
1. vitamins
Dandelion contains many vitamins. The content of vitamin C is the highest, followed by vitamin B2, and vitamin B 1 is the lowest. In all parts, the order of vitamin C content is leaf > flower > bud > root, and the content of vitamin C per 100 grams of leaf is as high as 59.2 mg, which is 5.8 times that of root, 3 times that of flower and 5.8 times that of bud. The sequence of vitamin B2 content is bud > flower > leaf > root, and the content per 100g is1.8mg,1.3mg, 1. 1 mg and 0.4mg respectively.
2. Amino acids
Dandelion contains 17 kinds of amino acids. The content of buds is the highest, reaching 16.2%, followed by leaves and flowers, reaching 15.9% and 12. 1% respectively, and the content of roots is the lowest, only 3.8%. Judging from the types of amino acids, dandelion is rich in essential amino acids, accounting for 39.5% (leaves), 37.3% (flowers), 37. 1% (buds) and 37.8% (roots) respectively.
It can be seen that buds and flowers that people are not used to eating are also rich in amino acids. Among all kinds of amino acids, γ -aminobutyric acid is the most commendable. Studies have shown that this is a nerve conduction chemical, which plays an important role in the energy metabolism of the human brain, and can promote the synthesis of acetylcholine, lower blood pressure, resist convulsions and restore the function of brain cells.
3. Minerals
Dandelion contains many mineral elements such as potassium, calcium, iron, zinc and manganese. Taking leaves as an example, every100g contains 7. 1 mg of zinc and 58.7 mg of iron. It is worth noting that except the root, the ratio of "potassium/sodium" in other parts is as high as 10, which is helpful to maintain the acid-base balance of the body.
In addition to the above nutrients, dandelion also contains various phytochemicals, such as various phytosterols, including dandelion alcohol, dandelion sterol and stigmasterol. It has a good promotion effect on human health.
2. How to eat dandelion?
Dandelion can be described as "a treasure all over", and it is eaten in different parts. Leaves can be eaten raw, roots can be boiled directly, or processed instead of coffee. Flowers can be used to make wine.
Health: Wash the fresh stems and leaves of dandelion, drain the dipping sauce, it is slightly bitter and delicious, and it is fragrant and refreshing.
Cold salad: blanch the cleaned dandelion with boiling water 1~2 minutes, then drain it and cool it with cold water. Stir in Chili oil, monosodium glutamate, salt, sesame oil, vinegar, garlic paste, etc. Serve.
Stuffing: Wash the tender stems and leaves of dandelion, chop them up, add seasoning to make stuffing, and wrap them into jiaozi or steamed buns.
3. Instructions for eating dandelion
1, dandelion is a treasure all over the body, roots can also be taken, the effect can replace coffee, and it is not easy to cause harm to the body;
2, dandelion flowers also have a good conditioning effect on the body. In general, dandelion flowers are soaked in wine;
3. Dandelion leaves can also be eaten directly raw. Dandelion leaves can be cold-mixed, and proper amount of cooking oil and vinegar can be added, so that the flavor of seasoning is mixed with the bitter taste of dandelion itself, which will produce a very wonderful enjoyment, which is suitable for taking in summer and has the effect of appetizing and digestion.
4. Dandelion can also be cooked and eaten. The common recipe is stir-fried pork with dandelion, which is not only very simple to make, but also plays a role in invigorating qi and detoxifying after taking it;
5, you can add salt to the dandelion buds. Taking it often can refresh you, but you can't take too much at a time to avoid damage to your body.