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Go for lush green leaves. Avoid the leaves that are yellow or dull.
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Description
Pumpkin leaf is a dark green leafy vegetable found in the tropics. In many parts of the world, including Asia and Africa, they are a regular part of the diet when available. They are roundish in shape, and often have serrated edges. They feature three or more veins. They are typically dark green in color, but may be light or grey-green, depending on the variety. Pumpkin leaves are healthy and delicious, and is also loaded with iron, manganese, that is an important mineral for a lot of bodily processes. Apart from that pumpkin leaves also include several calcium, vitamin C, vitamin A and B vitamins, in addition to magnesium, phosphorus and copper. Pumpkin leaves are good raw or cooked. Young leaves were used in salads by American colonists. In Africa, pumpkin leaves are called 'Ugu', and are used in soups and main dishes. In India, they have used in the popular 'saag' dishes in place of spinach.