Moringa leaves, also known as drumstick leaves are leaves from Moringa tree (Horseradish Tree or ben-oil tree or benzolive tree). Moringa leaves are small, ovate to obovate, tear-drop shaped with leaflets.
Moringa leaves are feathery, bright green, smooth, thick, and firm, typically tripinnate. The leaves of drumsticks have a slightly bitter taste with a grassy undertone, often accompanied by a spicy sensation like horseradish.
Moringa leaves / drumstick leaves are 1-2 cm in length and 0.5 – 1 cm in width.
Scientific name of Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
Moringa Oleifera
Other names of Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
- Moringa Leaves
- West Indian ben Leaves
Calories by source in Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
- Calories by carbohydrate in Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves = 46%
- Calories by fat in Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves = 18%
- Calories by protein in Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves = 36%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves = 2%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves = 21%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves = 77%
Nutrition facts of Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
*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 | 64 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 1.4 | GRAM | 2% |
| Protein | 9.4 | GRAM | 19% |
| Carbohydrate | 8.28 | GRAM | 3% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Drumstick leaves / Moringa Leaves, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart.
Check freshness in Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
- Select younger leaves as they are perfect for cooking
- Avoid older leaves if you plan to use them for culinary purpose. Old leaves can be used for the purpose of making tea
- Old leaves are more dark in color and have comparatively harder branch ( sometimes with brown spotting)
Availability of Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
- Moringa leaves / drumstick leaves are available round the year
How to store Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
- Moringa leaves / drum stick leaves can be stored in refrigerator for up-to 2 weeks
- Keep the leaves in zip lock plastic bag or container
- Moringa leaves can also be stored in the freezer for up-to 6 months
- Blanch the leaves in hot water and then cool them. Let the leaves loose excess water and then pack them in freezer bags or container and store it in the freezer
Complete nutrition facts of Drumstick Leaves / Moringa Leaves
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