Leafy vegetables contain more vitamins and minerals and fewer calories than any other vegetables.
They are ideal for summer lunches when heat dulls the appetite and the desire to cook. Leafy vegetables do well under cool conditions and can be eaten at any stage of maturity, which makes them ideal for regions with a short growing season. With proper selection, culture and storage, leafy vegetables can be available most of the year. Leafy vegetables are easily grown, rich in vitamins and minerals, contain relatively few calories, and are enjoyed most when harvested fresh. They are ideal for the cool temperatures and short seasons of high altitudes because they can be eaten at any stage of maturity.