Leafy GreensDébutant
Swiss Chard
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
Nom Scientifique
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
Famille
Amaranthaceae
Origine
Mediterranean region
Type
Biennial (grown as annual)
50-60 days
Utilisations Culinaires
Saveur: 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'
Calendrier de Plantation
Semer à l'Intérieur
FebruaryMarch
Semer à l'Extérieur
MarchAprilAugustSeptember
Récolte
MayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Bienfaits pour la Santé
- 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