Leafy GreensPrincipiante
Swiss Chard
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
Nombre Científico
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
Familia
Amaranthaceae
Origen
Mediterranean region
Tipo
Biennial (grown as annual)
50-60 days
Usos Culinarios
Sabor: Earthy, slightly bitter, spinach-like
- Sautéed with garlic as side dish
- Added to soups and stews
- Substitute for spinach
- Stems can be prepared separately
- Traditional Portuguese 'acelgas guisadas'
Calendario de Plantación
Sembrar en Interior
FebruaryMarch
Sembrar al Aire Libre
MarchAprilAugustSeptember
Cosecha
MayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Beneficios para la Salud
- Extremely high in vitamin K for bone health
- Rich in vitamin A and C
- Contains betalains with anti-inflammatory properties
- Good source of magnesium
- May help regulate blood sugar