Know These 10 Wild Vegetables To Have In The Diet

By Tanisha Salwan

Dandelion Greens

Rich in vitamin A, C, K and minerals like calcium and iron, this vegetable promotes better digestion and supports liver functioning.

Purslane

Often considered a weed, purslane is power packed with essential minerals and vitamins. It could be added to soups as well as salads.

Wild Spinach

Known as 'Lamb's Quarters', wild spinach has numerous benefits. It is helpful in promoting better vision and is also good for digestion.

Wild Garlic

With a sharp pungent flavour, this vegetable is a powerhouse of nutrition. It has immunity boosting properties and is also good for skin.

Chickweed

With a slightly sweet taste, chickweed comes with vitamin A, C and B. It helps in better digestion in the body.

Stinging Nettle

Rich in iron, calcium and many vitamins, this wild vegetable is great for immunity. It can be a perfect substitute of spinach.

Wild Asparagus

Known for its high vitamins and antioxidants, wild spinach is good for digestion, immune system and heart.

Fiddlehead Fern

With a unique texture as well as taste, this wild vegetable is rich in omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. It promotes healthy brain health.

Miner's Lettuce

This leafy green is tangy but loaded with the goodness of vitamins and minerals. It promotes blood circulation and is good for immunity system.

Wild Sorrel

With lemon like flavour, this wild vegetable can be added to dishes to enhance their flavour. It is great for immunity and heart health.