Endive curly often considered as a “true endive”, forms loose heads with narrow, lace-like outer leaves with green-rimmed tips that curl. There is a compact heart of off-white leaves inside the head.
There is a distinct, slightly bitter taste to the outer leaves. It is the inner, lighter colored leaves that have a milder flavor with a more delicate texture and a slight sweetness.
Generally, acorn squashes weigh one to two pounds (0.45-0.90 KG) and are between four and seven inches (10-18 cm) in length.
Scientific name of Curly Endive
Cichorium endivia
Other names of Curly Endive
- Frisée
- Loose-leaf endive
- Chicory endive
- Curly chicory
- Chicory
- Chayote chicory
Nutrition facts of Curly Endive
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.3 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 1.7 | GRAM | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 4.7 | GRAM | 2% |
| Fiber | 4 | GRAM | 14% |
Calories by source in Curly Endive:
- Calories by carbohydrate in Curly Endive = 72%
- Calories by fat in Curly Endive = 10%
- Calories by protein in Curly Endive = 18%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Curly Endive:
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Curly Endive = 62%
- Saturated fat (SF) in Curly Endive = 35%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Curly Endive = 3%
Detailed vitamin profile of Curly Endive, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart at the end of the article.
Detailed mineral profile of Curly Endive, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart at the end of the article.
Check freshness in Curly Endive
- Select densely involuted fresh light green colored curly endive
- Avoid curly endive with slimy texture and discolouration
Availability of Curly Endive
- Curly endive is available round the year
How to store Curly Endive
- Avoid washing curly endive if you plan to store it in the refrigerator
- Curly endive can be stored in refrigerator in tight container or plastic bag for 1-2 weeks
Complete nutrition facts of Curly Endive
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