The efficacy, effects and eating methods of winter vegetables

People usually eat green leafy vegetables every day, but only rapeseed, spinach and wheat are commonly eaten. There are many green leafy vegetables that people don't know, let alone its effects and functions. Winter cold vegetables are such an existence. Winter cold vegetables, also known as sunflower vegetables, are a specialty of the south. They are only available in April every year, but they are fresh and tender and rich in nutrition. Today I will take you to know about winter cold vegetables, see what effects they have, and how to eat them in daily life.

Efficacy and function

1. Improve body immunity

Winter vegetables have a tender and smooth taste and a light fragrance. They are rich in nutrients. People can absorb rich carotene and a large amount of vitamin C after eating them. In addition, trace elements such as calcium, iron and zinc are also the most important substances in winter vegetables. People usually eat winter vegetables to increase appetite, absorb nutrients, and improve human immunity.

2. Clear away heat, relieve fire, promote bowel movement and lose weight

Winter vegetables are cold in nature, they can clear away heat and fire, and can also detoxify. Usually people eat some winter vegetables after drinking, which can quickly sober up and prevent hangovers. In addition, winter vegetables are rich in dietary fiber, which can moisturize the intestines and relieve constipation, reduce the body's intake of high-calorie foods, and can prevent constipation while playing a certain role in weight loss.

How to eat

1. Cook porridge

Winter melon can be used to cook porridge. When making it, you need to remove the winter melon and only use its tender leaves. Wash them with clean water and cut them into shreds. Heat oil in the pot, stir-fry the winter melon, add salt to enhance the flavor, and take it out after it becomes soft. Wash an appropriate amount of rice with clean water, add clean water into the pot and cook until it becomes porridge. Before going abroad, just put the stir-fried winter melon in the porridge and mix well.

2. Cold salad

Winter melon can also be made into cold dishes for people to eat. When making it, you need to wash the fresh and tender winter melon with clean water, and then blanch it with boiling water. After blanching, take it out and immediately rinse it with cold water. After cooling down, take it out and remove the moisture, cut it into sections, and then prepare appropriate amounts of mashed garlic, light soy sauce, sesame oil, table salt, balsamic vinegar and chicken essence. Put them together to make the sauce and pour it into the processed winter melon. After mixing well, you can serve it on a plate.