Called sea beans in the U.S., samphire is crunchy seaweed that adds brininess to dishes and can be eaten raw or cooked. Look for it in gourmet markets or fish markets or order online at melissas.com.

Source: EatingWell Magazine, March 2020

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Recipe Summary

active:
5 mins
total:
10 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add samphire and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.

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Nutrition Facts

1/3 cup
39 calories; protein 1.1g; carbohydrates 3.6g; dietary fiber 0.2g; sugars 0.3g; fat 2.6g; saturated fat 0.4g; vitamin a iu 0.2IU; vitamin c 2.1mg; folate 0.5mcg; calcium 56.8mg; iron 0.8mg; magnesium 41.7mg; potassium 21.5mg; sodium 328.9mg.
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