Baby Red Chard
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What it is
Baby red chard is a young, leafy green vegetable belonging to the beet family. It is harvested when its leaves are small and tender, typically featuring dark green leaves with distinctive red stems and veins. It is cultivated from seeds, similar to other chard varieties.
Why it's used
Baby red chard is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads, often mixed with other greens for its mild, earthy flavor and tender texture. It also adds a vibrant color to dishes. Manufacturers include it in pre-packaged salads and vegetable blends.
Health notes
As a whole food, baby red chard is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for consumption by the FDA. It is considered a nutritious vegetable, providing vitamins and minerals as part of a balanced diet. There are no known adverse health effects at typical consumption levels, and it is not an additive evaluated by bodies like JECFA or EFSA.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Products containing Baby Red Chard
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Braga Fresh Family Farms, Inc
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18kcal
1.2Protein
0Fat
2.4Carbs
Organicgirl, LLC
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18kcal
1.8Protein
0Fat
3.5Carbs
Organicgirl, LLC
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—kcal
2.4Protein
0Fat
3.5Carbs
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc.
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170kcal
2Protein
12Fat
13Carbs
Fresh Express Incorporated
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High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
184kcal
5.5Protein
14.1Fat
8.6Carbs
Fresh Express Incorporated
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High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
230kcal
6.7Protein
16.4Fat
14.6Carbs
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High in sodium — 31% DV per serving
159kcal
8.0Protein
9.9Fat
10.6Carbs