Endive

Guide Note

Endive or Belgian endive, is a leaf vegetable that grows from the chicory root and belong to the Cichorium genus of plants which include radicchio and frisée.

Endive has a slightly bitter flavor and can be used raw in salads or stuffed, baked, or grilled.

Fast Facts

1. Scientific name: Cichorium endivia
2. France is the largest producer
3. Endive is a Chicory variety.
4. Endive is high in Vitamin A, Vitamin K, potassium, and fiber.
5. The three main varieties of the endive family are escarole, frisée, and radicchio.

The Egyptians cultivated the chicory root 5000 years ago. They believed that it was good for the liver and could stimulate the appetite. The Greeks and Romans used chicory as a vegetable and called it "Friend of the Liver".

1. Belgian Endive
2. Curly Endive
3. Frisée
4. Radicchio
5. Escarole
6. Tardivo
7. Treviso