Purslane, or “pigsweed,” is an edible wild succulent that most people mistake for a common weed but it’s actually a super-food.
This sprawling plant grows almost anywhere. It can be frequently found everywhere from forests and meadows to the cracks in your sidewalk and backyard gardens.
While some people see it as an invasive nuisance, others keep them as a nutritious leafy veggie that great in salads. With a lemony flavor and chewy texture, purslane is the perfect way to bring some zest to your dinner table.
Packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, B vitamins, and trace amounts of calcium, magnesium, and iron, this little plant is anything but a weed.
Try some in your salad! Watch the video below and see what purslane can do for you!