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Cilantro Recipes:

Cilantro - this widely-used herb is key in salsa and used in Indian, Chinese and Thai recipes


Scientific Binomial Name: Coriandrum sativum

Also called coriander, Chinese parsley and Mexican parsley, cilantro has a strong, sage-citrus flavor that many find irresistible. Use cilantro in Salsa & seafood; Mexican, Indian, Chinese & Thai dishes.


The OASIS has advice on how to select top-quality Cilantro. You'll find suggestions on how to prepare, season and cook using Cilantro, information on the best time of year to buy and ways to store what's left for your next meal.


Selection Information


Usage: Salsa & seafood; Mexican, Indian, Chinese & Thai dishes.

Selection: Also called coriander, Chinese parsley and Mexican parsley, cilantro has a strong, sage-citrus flavor that many find irresistible. In general, herbs should be fresh looking, crisp and brightly-colored.

Avoid: Avoid herbs that are wilted, have dry brown areas, or are pale or yellow in color. Slimy looking dark spots with small areas of mold indicate old product or poor handling.

Seasonal Information


Cilantro is available year-round. Washington cilantro is available July through September.

Cilantro Nutritional Information


Serving Size: 1 tbsp Cilantro leaf, dried (2g)

Amount Per Serving

 

Calories 5
Calories from Fat 1

 

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0

0% 

 Saturated Fat 0mg

0% 

Cholesterol 0mg

0% 

Sodium 4mg

0% 

Total Carbohydrate 1g

0% 

Dietary Fiber 0g

1%

Sugars 0g

 

Protein 0g

 

Vitamin A 2%

Vitamin C 17%

Calcium 2%

Iron 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Source: PMA's Labeling Facts


Cilantro is very low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol. It's also a good source of Dietary Fiber, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Zinc and Selenium, and a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.

How to Store Cilantro (Coriander)



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