Greens Many leafy green vegetables are excellent sources of vitamins A and C and contribute calcium, iron, fiber and other nutrients. A and C have been associated with the reduced risk of certain cancers. Greens are very low in calories and sodium. One cup of chopped raw spinach has just 14 calories.
All greens are free of fat and cholesterol.
Garden fresh greens offer rich nutritional goodness and delicious, satisfying eating. There's a bounty of leafy greens for eating raw in salads or cooked to flavorful perfection. Some greens listed here are traditionally served raw in salads, but are also tasty when cooked. Likewise, many greens which are often cooked, can be tossed raw into salads. A tender, mustard-flavored green with a bitter flavor is a favorite salad ingredient in many European countries.