Never Uproot This Plant If It Appears in Your Garden

A Fresh, Slightly Tangy Flavor

One reason purslane has remained popular as a  food is its distinctive texture.

The leaves are crisp and succulent, while the flavor can have a mild tangy or lemon-like quality.

That makes it particularly good in fresh salads.

Try combining young purslane leaves with:

• Tomatoes
• Cucumber
• Red onion
• Olive oil
• Lemon juice
• Feta cheese
• Fresh herbs

The result is a simple salad with plenty of texture.