Cassava – Nutritional Benefits and Cooking Tips
Cassava, also known as yuca, is a root vegetable rich in nutrients like vitamin C and copper. It provides resistant starch that aids in regulating blood sugars and promoting digestive health. This versatile vegetable can be enjoyed by soaking, cooking, and can be used to make tapioca. Discover the health benefits and cooking methods of cassava in this informative guide.
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Cassava Cassava Cassava, also known as yuca, is a root vegetable native to South America. Similar to a potato, it can be eaten whole or ground into flour. Unlike potatoes, cassava must be soaked and cooked before consuming. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava 1/2 cup cooked cassava provides: 192 Calories 1.5 gm protein 3 gm fat No cholesterol 2 gm fiber For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava Cassava is an excellent source of vitamin C that enhances immunity. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava Cassava is a good source of copper for energy production and iron metabolism. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava Cassava provides resistant starch which helps regulate blood sugars, feeds healthy gut bacteria and promotes digestive health. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava Cassava is higher in calories than white or sweet potato. Enjoy in moderation. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava The starch extracted from cassava is called tapioca, and is mostly used for thickening. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava To prepare cassava, peel, chop and soak in water for 48 hours. Then boil, roast or bake like you would potatoes. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava Toss cubed, cooked cassava in salad, stir fries, omelets or soup. Grate for making cake or puree or mash. Use flour for cakes, crackers, pancakes or tortillas. For more information, visit these websites: www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
Cassava Cassava . For recipes, visit any of these 3 websites www.advancedhealth.com/healthy-bytes-initiative www.coosheadfood.coop/join-us https://extension.oregonstate.edu/coos/healthy-families-communities
