Vegetable profile

Purslane

Q: When is Purslane in season?

Purslane is in season in May, June, July. Eating it in season means more flavour and more nutrition.

Q: How do you grow Purslane at home?

Warm climate: summer Direct seed sowing Grows at home, in pots (Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.)

5 recipes · 3 months in season

When is Purslane in season?

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Purslane is in season in May, June, July. Eating in season means both more flavour and more nutrition.

Purslane recipes

Main Dish

Casserole with Peas and Purslane (Bezelyeli Semizotlu Güveç)

Semizotu388 kcal

Main Dish

Purslane with Ground Meat (Kıymalı Semizotu)

Semizotu82 kcal

Salad

Seasonal Salad with Cheese (Peynirli Mevsim Salatası)

Semizotu139 kcal

Salad

Purslane Salad with Yogurt (Yoğurtlu Semizotu Salatası)

Semizotu183 kcal

Olive Oil Dish

Olive Oil Purslane (Zeytinyağlı Semizotu)

Semizotu169 kcal

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Plant based omega 3 (ALA)Vitamin CMagnesium

Calories≈ 20 kcal / 100 g (çiğ)

Portion1 salad serving ≈ 80 g

Season3 months

recipes5

“Appearing on the table only briefly in summer, purslane's slightly tangy taste works well both in olive oil dishes and yogurt salads.”

Nutrition

Known for having the highest alpha linolenic acid (plant based omega 3) content among leafy greens. Contains vitamins A and C, folate, potassium, magnesium and iron.

Source: Sebze Meyve Takvimi

In the kitchen

How do you store Purslane?

Wrap unwashed in a lightly damp cloth and store in the fridge; it wilts quickly, so use within a few days.

What should you look for when buying Purslane?

Choose leaves that are crisp and glossy; since it wilts quickly, it is best eaten within a few days.

What goes well with Purslane?

Pairing purslane with yogurt is a classic Aegean combination; the fat in yogurt helps make the most of its fat soluble vitamin A content.

How do you grow Purslane at home?

SeasonWarm climate: summer

SowingDirect seed sowing

WhereGrows at home, in pots

Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.

This information is for general guidance only and is not medical or dietary advice. Consult a dietitian or doctor for your individual needs.

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