ABOUT
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) is a spice obtained from the plant belonging to the family Umbelliferae (Apiaceae)
Coriander is an important spice crop having a prime position in flavouring food.Coriander, also known as cilantro or Chinese parsley, is a widely used spice native to the Mediterranean. Coriander plants are entirely edible, but their leaves and their seeds are most commonly used as herbs and spices.It is commercially produced in India, Morocco, Russia, East European countries, France, Central America, Mexico, and USA.
The young plant is used for flavouring and garnishing curries and soups. The fruits (seeds) are widely used as condiments with or without roasting in the preparation of curry powders, sausages and seasonings.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS (100 G OF EDIBLE PORTION)
| Energy (kcal) | Carbohydrate (g) | Protein (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434.74 | 54.02 | 12.05 | 18.94 |
HEALTH BENEFITS
- The vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in coriander provide significant health benefits.
- Coriander leaves and seeds are full of vitamin K, which plays an important role in helping your blood clot, lower hear risk and prevent osteoporosis.
- Coriander is full of antioxidants, which are important for fighting free radicals and reducing risk cancers, inflammations and signs of aging.
- Coriander helps activate the enzymes that help your body process blood glucose effectively and reduce sugar levels.
- Coriander is a great source of vitamin A, which helps feed your retinas, keep your eyes moist, and generally helps protect your vision.
- Coriander is also full of vitamin C, which is important to your immune system.
Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
2 Kcal
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Carbohydrates
less than 1 gm
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Protein
less than 1 gm
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Fat
less than 1 gm
Things to Watch Out For
Coriander is effective at lowering blood sugar. In fact, it’s so effective at lowering blood sugar that people who are taking diabetes medication or who have hypoglycemia should be cautious when eating coriander.
Since coriander is a spice, it’s usually not eaten in large quantities. However, early studies have shown that coriander extract can lower blood sugar in doses as low as 20 milligrams per kilogram of weight. While coriander extract is much stronger than standard coriander, it is still wise to keep your coriander intake under a few grams if you have hypoglycemia.
How to Use Coriander
Coriander is used in a wide variety of dishes. Here are some ways to add coriander to your diet:
- Add coriander to chili
- Make coriander rice
- Roll coriander into meat balls
- Rub coriander and other spices on chicken
- Include coriander in a curry
- Add coriander to black beans
- Add coriander to salsa
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