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Description/Taste
Mustard greens have broad, wavy frilled leaves with longitudinal veins and a deep green color. The upright leaves are supported by coarse stems that can be quite fibrous when fully mature. Smaller leaves are considerably tenderer, while larger Mustard greens require cooking. They have a succulent yet crunchy texture and a robust flavor reminiscent of pepper and horseradish.
Seasons/Availability
Mustard greens may be found year-round with peak season fall through spring.
Current Facts
Mustard greens are also commonly referred to as Indian mustard, Chinese mustard, or leaf mustard, and botanically classified as Brassica juncea. It is a generic name that is applied to many different varieties, including white, green and red varieties. Mustard greens are of this genus should not be confused with those of the the Sinapis alba species, a completely different genus of mustard plants that is responsible for seed production used in making the eponymous condiment.
Nutritional Value
Mustard greens contain compounds which have cancer preventing benefits, including antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and natural detoxifying properties.
Applications
Mustard greens can be used in both cooked and raw preparations, depending upon their maturity. They are commonly implemented as a salad green, pot herb or braising green. Mustard greens pair well with rich meats such as pork, lamb and sausages, creamy sauces, aged and melting cheeses, apples, peaches, cucumbers, citrus, vinegars, especially apple cider and rice, nuts like pistachios and hazelnuts, herbs and spices including cumin, cilantro, dill, garlic, fennel and coriander. The seeds of the mustard plant can be sprouted and eaten raw or dried and used as a spice or in pickling brine, and of course, to make the eponymous condiment.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Mustard plants contain volatile oils which have strong antimicrobial (bacteria and fungi) properties. These properties make mustard greens a choice cover crop to plant as an organic pesticide for weeds and soil born-pathogens.
Geography/History
Mustard greens are native to India. The first varietal differentiation of mustard greens was cultivated in China near Sichuan. Mustard greens have been naturalized throughout the northern hemisphere from Japan to Europe to South and North America. Though very tolerable of a variety of climate and soil conditions, Mustard greens prefer rich organic nutrient-dense soils, full sun and cool temperatures for efficient and fast growth.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Farmer and The Seahorse | San Diego CA | 858-260-5400 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus | Oceanside CA | 760-757-4357 |
| Ramada Hotel North and Conference Center | San Diego CA | 858-278-0800 |
| Cove House | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0034 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| Great Maple | San Diego CA | 619-255-2282 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Mustard Greens. One
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Mustard Greens with Garlic Mayonnaise |
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Chickpea Stew With Orzo and Mustard Greens |
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Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 30 days ago, 3/07/20 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Tatum Blvd
Near Paradise Valley, Arizona, United States10810 N Tatum Blvd Phoenix AZ 85028 602-569-7600 https://www.wholefoods.com About 91 days ago, 1/06/20 Sharer's comments : Very fresh 
Vista Farmers Market
Sundial Farms
Near Vista, California, United States805 Mar Vista Dr. Vista CA 92081 760-916-6566 About 128 days ago, 11/30/19 
Baja Ranch Market
Baja Ranch Market
Near Altadena, California, United States2515 N Fair Oaks Drive Altadena CA 91001 626-204-0171 About 282 days ago, 6/28/19 
Albertsons
Albertson’s - Harbor Blvd
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States2300-c Harbor Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92626 949-515-7227 About 290 days ago, 6/21/19 Sharer's comments : Organics 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Fresno Evergreen
Near Santa Monica, California, United States559-930-0815 About 415 days ago, 2/16/19 Sharer's comments : Mustard Greens spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Lake County farmers market Near Forest City, Florida, United States About 444 days ago, 1/17/19 Oviedo farmers market Near Forest City, Florida, United States About 456 days ago, 1/06/19 Oviedo Farmers Market Near Oviedo, Florida, United States About 492 days ago, 12/01/18 First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 531 days ago, 10/23/18 Sharer's comments : Mustard Greens spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. Fat Cat Organics, Cullman AL Near Cullman, Alabama, United States About 597 days ago, 8/17/18 |
