6 Ways To Add Mustard Leaves To Your Winter Diet

By Krati Purwar

January 10, 2024

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Mustard leaves are nutritious and versatile ingredients that you must add to your winter diet. With ample health benefits, these greens are flavourful and found in plenty across northern parts of India. Here is how you can add them to your diet.

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Sarson Ka Saag

The most prominent way of cooking mustard leaves in North India is sarson ka saag which is served with makke ki roti and butter. It can be found at every dhaba.

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In Salad

Along with lettuce, spinach, and other greens, you can chop and add mustard leaves. A drizzle of olive oil and a whole lot of dressing will make it your go-to meal.

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Pickling

You can add mustard greens to a jar and fill it with vinegar. Add some salt and sugar, and your pickle will be ready in a few days. You can serve it as a side dish.

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Make Soup And Stew

You can make a bowl of soup nutritious by adding mustard leaves to it. Subtle sour and bitter notes enhance the flavour. You can also add these greens to a stew.

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Add To Smoothie

You can make your smoothies more nutritious in the winter season by adding mustard greens to them. Kids will also eat these greens if you hide them in a glass of deliciousness.

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Stir-Fry

You can stir-fry mustard leaves with paneer, chicken, and tofu along with chopped ginger and garlic to create a wholesome comfort meal. 

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