5 Purslane Recipes That Are Delicious and Nutritious

Purslane, Cherry Tomato, and Cucumber Salad
Photo: Diana Moutsopoulos

Yes, purslane is technically a weed — it's also the fresh-tasting, nutrient-dense vegetable you need to add to your diet ASAP. Purslane, which is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, has more omega-3 fatty acids than almost any other leafy green, so it's great for your overall heart health. The moisture-rich leaves lend tart and lemony flavor to everything from salads to stews. If you're looking for a healthy new dish to try this summer, you're sure to find something you love in this collection of our best purslane recipes.

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Purslane, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

Purslane, Cucumber, and Feta Salad

In this refreshing salad recipe, crunchy cucumbers and thinly sliced onions are tossed with fresh purslane, feta cheese, olive oil, and vinegar.

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Purslane, Cherry Tomato, and Cucumber Salad

Purslane, Cherry Tomato, and Cucumber Salad
Diana Moutsopoulos

It couldn't be easier to make this gorgeous summer salad with just five fresh ingredients: cherry tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, salt, purslane, and olive oil.

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Authentic Lebanese Fattoush

Authentic Lebanese Fattoush
MissFahrari

Here's a delicious, restaurant-worthy bread salad made with vibrant and fresh-tasting purslane and arugula. A bit of cornstarch in the dressing adds a welcome thickness and holds the ingredients together.

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Purslane Pork Stew

Purslane Pork Stew

Recipe creator Yoly calls this cozy pork shoulder stew "comfort food at its best." Tomatillos give this dish fresh-from-the-garden flavor, while Serrano peppers add irresistible heat.

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Dana's Greek Salad

Dana's Greek Salad
Kim's Cooking Now

Lettuce, purslane, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese are layered artfully on a serving plate, then drizzled with a simple lemon-basil dressing seasoned with oregano and garlic.

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