Young leaves of the plant have a mild nutty taste with a slight sourness (vaguely reminiscent of spinach), rich in iron and vitamins A and C.
They can be added to salads or served as a side dish to meat and fish dishes.
Amaranth seeds began to be eaten by the ancient tribes of the Indians.
What are the benefits of amaranth for health
Amaranth has long been used by doctors as a powerful hemostatic and diuretic.
It has also been prescribed for snake bites. The aerial part of the plant (stems, leaves, seeds) was actively used in the treatment of colds.
A decoction of amaranth flowers enhances the body's immunity, removes all toxins from it, restores liver cells, prevents the occurrence of cancerous tumors, breaks down fats and helps to lose weight quickly.
This restores the work of the thyroid gland and the organs of internal secretion.
How to eat amaranth
Young amaranth leaves taste like baby spinach and are best used fresh in salads.
If the leaves are older, then it is better to blanch them, steam them or add them to stews, etc. Ready-made leaves are often seasoned with olive or linseed oil, spices and sesame seeds are added.
