This plant is rich in nutrients with many benefits

How can you best prepare it to get the most out of it?

Good news: purslane is delicious! With its sweet and slightly tangy taste, it is easy to incorporate into your dishes:

  • In salads: raw, for a crunchy and refreshing touch.
  • In a smoothie: mixed with banana, pineapple and a plant-based drink, for a dose of vitamins.
  • In pesto: replace the basil with an original and nutritious version.
  • In pickles: pickled stems and leaves for a healthy and delicious seasoning.
  • As a hot accompaniment: sautéed with garlic and olive oil, simple and tasty.

Tip: start adding the mixture to your seedlings carefully, you will be pleasantly surprised by its stimulating action.

 

Purslane for beauty: a discreet but effective ally

What if I told you that purslane can also take care of your skin? Thanks to its antioxidants, it softens, protects and promotes regeneration. You can:

  • Do an IV to cleanse your face.
  • Add it to your homemade masks for a healthy glow.
  • Use it as a soothing after-sun treatment.

Simple, natural and effective: it proves that sometimes the best solutions are right under our feet.

Pro tip: Freeze it and enjoy it all year round

To never run out of purslane, don’t forget to freeze it! Here’s how to do it:

 

  • Wash the leaves and chop them finely.
  • Fill the ice cube trays with purslane and water or olive oil.
  • Once the cubes are frozen, place them in airtight bags.
  • Use them as much as you like in soups, smoothies or stir-fries.

 

 

 

Practical, clever and anti-waste!

Single Closing Sentence

Purslane is proof that the greatest riches are sometimes hidden where they are least expected. Are you ready to rediscover the treasures of your garden?