Narrow Your Choices
PANSIES
Pansies are members of the violet family, and the patterns that mark pansy petals are thought to resemble a face in contemplation. Pansies are slightly sweet, with a delicate vegetal flavor.
Varieties
Pansies appear in a wide variety of colors, including purple, blue, maroon, yellow, red, orange, and white, with bicolor and tricolor varieties as well.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Immerse blossoms in cool water to flush out any tiny insects, and dry thoroughly in a salad spinner. Add to salads using field greens, or use as a garnish for desserts.
Nutritional Highlights
Not available. Edible flowers have not been well-studied for their nutrient content.
Health benefits and concerns
Health benefits and
concerns for vegetables
Many health benefits and concerns associated with this food are applicable to other
vegetables. Read about health benefits and
concerns for vegetables for a full description.
Your Recent History
|
|
|
|
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Call us M-F 9am-5pm: 212-279-0552
Information on this site is provided for informational purposes and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professional. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication. Information about each product is taken from the labels of the products or from the manufacturer's advertising material. MotherNature is not responsible for any statements or claims that various manufacturers make about their products. We cannot be held responsible for typographical errors or product formulation changes. You should read carefully all product packaging. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.All discounts are taken from suggested retail prices. Prices are subject to change.
Please see our Terms of Use
Copyright © 1995-2012 MotherNature All rights reserved.