Purslane Green Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh purslane leaves (washed)
1 banana (ripe, for natural sweetness)
½ cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
½ cup orange juice (or water)
½ cup yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions:
Add purslane leaves, banana, pineapple, and orange juice to a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add yogurt and ice if desired, then blend again.
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately. 🥤✨
Fluffy Purslane Pancakes 🌿
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1 egg
¾ cup milk (or plant-based milk)
2 tbsp melted butter (or oil)
½ cup fresh purslane leaves (washed, leaves only)
Instructions:
In a blender, add the purslane leaves and milk. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk the egg and melted butter, then add the green milk mixture.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it.
Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake, cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden on the other side.
• 7. Serve warm with honey, yogurt, or fresh fruit. 🍯🍓
Identification and Characteristics
Purslane is a low-growing succulent plant with smooth, reddish stems and thick, fleshy leaves that are arranged alternately along the stem. Its leaves are paddle-shaped and vary in color from green to reddish-green. Purslane produces small, yellow flowers that bloom during the summer months. These flowers typically have five petals and can be found at the tips of the stems.
One of the distinguishing features of purslane is its growth habit. It tends to spread horizontally along the ground, forming dense mats or clusters. This growth pattern allows purslane to thrive in a variety of environments, including gardens, fields, and even cracks in pavement.
