Common Purslane (Noun)
Meaning
Weedy trailing mat-forming herb with bright yellow flowers cultivated for its edible mildly acid leaves eaten raw or cooked especially in Indian and Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine; cosmopolitan.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The salad was topped with fresh common purslane, cherry tomatoes, and a tangy feta cheese for a delightful twist on the classic Greek recipe.
- In Indian cuisine, common purslane is often cooked with lentils and spices to make a nutritious and flavorful dal.
- The common purslane growing in the garden was carefully harvested for its edible leaves, which would be used in a refreshing summer salad.
- The Middle Eastern dish featured common purslane as the main ingredient, paired with yogurt and garlic for a cooling and creamy sauce.
- After learning about the nutritional benefits of common purslane, many gardeners began to cultivate it intentionally, rather than trying to eradicate it as a weed.