Many of us may not know it, but we’ve probably tried mizuna. It is commonly found in salad mixes. The feathery leaves may appear in green spring mix blends. I (Litsa) recently picked up a box of organic ‘power greens’ but I was most interested in the green, mizuna!?! Had I ever tried it!?! I definitely have never heard of it until this purchase.
Mizuna: This Japanese green is no stranger to salad mixes, but you can also find solo bunches of the leafy vegetable at farmers’ markets and specialty food shops. It might also be referred to as “siu cai” or “California peppergrass”. These greens have a mild, peppery flavor, and the pointed leaves give salads wonderful texture—-or juices a powerhouse of nutrients!
I used my mix of mizuna’s pointy leaves in my Very Greenie juice this morning! I mixed the pretty textured leaf with other greens and fruits to enhance my juice. The appeal of mizuna’s powerhouse green was favorable in my fresh green drink!For Salad Use: To store, wrap in a paper towel and plastic bag and store in the fridge for four to five days. When ready to use, wash to remove any dirt and dry well.
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Litsa is a stay at home mom to a beautiful little girl. She is a native of Greece and now resides in Tennessee. As a former teacher, Litsa wears many hats that it takes to make a home a functioning home!
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