Fresh Moringa Stems with Leaves Bundled and Twist Tied as Shown
One cup (21 grams) of fresh, chopped leaves contains :
Protein: 2 grams
Vitamin B6: 19% of the RDA
Vitamin C: 12% of the RDA
Iron: 11% of the RDA
Riboflavin (B2): 11% of the RDA
Vitamin A (from beta-carotene): 9% of the RDA
Magnesium: 8% of the RDA
Moringa is a rich source of vitamins and minerals. The leaves, bark, pods, flowers, and seeds contain potent polyphenol antioxidants. The crushed leaves contain vitamins B6, B2, Vitamin A, and C, as well as non-heme (plant based) iron, magnesium, and plant-based protein. In India, the leaves are dried and crushed to use as a natural treatment for a variety of health disorders. Along with vitamins and minerals, moringa leaves come packed with micronutrients; polyphenol flavonoids, carotenes, tocopherols, and phenolic acids that have a host of health benefits.
You can read more about the benefits here: https://www.healthline.com/nut...
Moringa leaves can be steeped for tea, or added to stews, soups and smoothies.
Try this Moringa Guacamole recipe:
INGREDIENTS: (Serves 2)
Grind dried Moringa leaves into a powder like consistency. Add 2-4 tsp Moringa powder, 3 ripe avocados, 1 small red onion, finely chopped handful of cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped handful of fresh coriander, roughly chopped extra virgin olive oil (to drizzle)juice of 1 lime. Spices optional: salt, pepper, dried oregano, paprika and crushed coriander seeds (use your favorites)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Halve, stone and roughly chop the avocados. Leave a handful of roughly chopped avocados aside. Add the rest of the ingredients to a large bowl and use a fork to mash everything together well. Add the remaining avocado and stir gently to combine. Drizzle with olive oil if desired and sprinkle with extra chopped coriander.