Words for labels

 

The table below provides some potential words for labels of veggies and herbs that are commonly grown in planter boxes. They were written by Bev Robertson and are used by Incredible Edible Eltham.

PlantGroupHarvestTasteUseNutrients
BasilHerbAs neededSweet aromaticSalads, pesto, soups, infused oilVitamins A, K.
Calcium.
Beans (dwarf)LegumePick young beans to encourage more cropsSweetRaw or steamed as a side dishVitamins A, B6.
Folate, calcium.
BeetrootRoot vegetableWhen beet is a good size and visible above groundSweet flavourRaw in salads, roast, boil or steam. A sweetener in cakes.Vitamins C.
Dietary fibre, antioxidant.
CapsicumSolanumsWhen a good size – green or wait to turn redSweet especially red capsicumsRaw in salads or cooked, roasted and stuffed.Vitamins A, C, B6.
Iron.
CorianderHerbAs needed
(goes to seed quickly in summer)
Crushed seeds have a lemony citrus flavour.
Leaves are zesty and aromatic.
Indian and Mexican cooking – curries, soups sauces, marinades, pesto. Fresh as a garnish.Vitamins C, K.
Iron, magnesium and protein.
Garlic chivesAlliumAs needed.Mild onion/garlic flavourChop and add to salads, soups, stir fries, creamy sauces and omelettes.Vitamins A, C.
Folate, potassium, iron, calcium.
KaleBrassicaLarger leaves as requiredBitter uncookedRaw in smoothies, cooked in soups, stir fries and baked as chipsVitamins A, C, B6.
Calcium, iron.
MizunaBrassicaAs needed
(goes to seed quickly in summer)
Mild peppery flavourRaw in salads or cooked in stir fries and soupsVitamins A, C.
Mustard greensBrassicaAs needed
(goes to seed quickly in summer)
Mild peppery flavour (vinegar or lemon juice tones the spiciness).Add raw to salads or juices or cook in stir fries or steamVitamins A, C, E, K.
Manganese, calcium.
OreganoHerbAs needed‘Balsamic’, pungentFresh or dried in Greek, Spanish cooking. Pairs well with meat, tomato dishes and eggs.Vitamins A, C, E, K, B6.
Folate, iron, calcium, potassium.
RadishRoot vegetableA couple of months after plantingMild crisp white fleshRaw in salads or add to stir friesVitamin C.
Rocket (Arugula)Leafy greenAs needed
(goes to seed quickly in summer)
Peppery flavourMix in salads, toss on pizzas, into soups, pasta, sandwichesPotassium, iron, calcium.
RosemaryHerbAs neededBittersweet, nutty flavourWith chicken, lamb. Herbal butter, sauces, salads, desserts. Wards off mosquitoes. Essential oil.Vitamin B6.
Iron, calcium.
Many health benefits.
SageHerbAs neededPeppery flavourAdd to meat dishes. Brew into a tea.Vitamins A, C, E.
Folate, calcium, iron.
Many health benefits.
SilverbeetLeafy greenAs neededEarthy flavourShred and add to salads or slice and add to stir fries, curries, quiches, soups. Steam briefly for a side dish.Vitasmins A, C, K, B6.
Riboflavin, folate, potassium.
SpinachLeafy greenPick young leaves and the crop will come again
(goes to seed quickly in summer)
MildRaw, steam, sauté or bake in pies, bread, soup, strir fries, salads, pizzasVitamins A, C, E, K, B6.
Iron, folate, niacin, zinc.
Spring onionsAlliumWhen green tops are thicker and white bulbs swollenMilder taste than regular onionsGreen tops and white bulbs can be eaten raw or cooked in noodle dishes and soupsVitamins A, C, B6.
Many minerals.
ZucchiniCucurbitSmall with flowers, or medium sizeLight sweetnessRaw in salads, steamed or roastedVitamins C, B6.
Folate, potassium.

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