Mustard Leaves (Sarso Saag)

How Can You Enjoy Your Mustard Leaves?

Mustard leaves, or Sarso Saag, are actively used ingredients, especially in the Northern part of India. They are used in salads for their peppery taste and often complement other vegetables with a flavorful dressing.

Mustard leaves can be stir-fried with other veggies for a wholesome meal. They can also be sautéed, added to soups and stews, blanched, and incorporated into wraps, pastas, and beyond. In Indian cuisines, mustard leaves are commonly used in dishes like Sarson Ka Saag, cooked with different spices and leafy vegetables, and served with rice or roti.

 

How We Pluckk The Best For You?

- Sourced from partner farms
- Checked for color, firmness, size, shape, aroma, stems, and texture
- Produce with discolored or wilted leaves, off-putting aroma, visible damage, tough or woody stems, or other damage is rejected

Shelf Life and Storage

Mustard leaves have a shelf life of 2 to 3 days. It is better to keep the leaves in the refrigerator packed in a plastic bag or the vegetable crisper drawer to keep them fresh and firm. Remove leaves with yellowing or excessive moisture. 

Nutritional Value (Per 100 gms)

- Calories: 27 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4.7 grams
- Sugars: 1.1 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 3.2 grams
- Fat: 0.5 grams

Health Benefits

Good for Heart Health:

Studies suggest mustard leaves can help decrease bad cholesterol in the body possibly reducing the risk of heart diseases. It promotes the production of bile acids that the liver converts using cholesterol in the body thereby leading to lower cholesterol levels.

Supports Immune System:

Consumption of veggies belonging to the Brassica family is known to stimulate a better immune system. It prevents the body from oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Vitamin C in mustard greens also helps the immune system combat pathogens and unwanted elements.

 

Promotes Bone Health:

Mustard leaves are rich in calcium and Vitamin K, both are essential for bone health. Your body uses Vitamin K, a fat-soluble vitamin, to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures due to low bone mineral density (BMD).