Dandelion Greens

Dandelion Greens are a member of the sunflower family, the green leaves are picked before yellow dandelion flowers develop. These greens have slightly bitter taste, similar to chicory.  The young tender greens and are most frequently eaten raw in salads but the older greens may be cooked, prepared as you would spinach.  Even the roots can be roasted and ground and used to make a "root coffee" like chicory coffee.

Where To Buy Dandelion Greens

You can purchase these greens in many well-stocked grocery stores including Whole Foods Markets or at farmer's markets and even Asian markets.

Substitute For Dandelion Greens

If you don't have dandelion greens you can substitute equal amounts of:

• Mustard greens can be substituted for dandelion greens and also offer a slightly peppery flavor.  These sturdy greens, per cup offer 2 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber and 3 grams of carbs.
• OR - Arugula can be cooked or served raw.  It also has a peppery bite.
• OR - Watercress is a good option for salad making but not as a cooked green.
• OR - Substitute fresh baby spinach leaves either raw or cooked.
• OR - Curly endive is one of our favorite salad greens. It does have a slightly bitter but pleasant flavor.