Which "tops" (if any) are edible?

"M" · Aug 28, 2012

I think somewhere in the deep, dark recesses of my mind that carrot tops can be used in salad? Or, am I having a senior moment?

If they are, what about radish tops? Or any other foliage tops?

TIA

Kleftiwallah · Aug 28, 2012

All the root crops i.e. turnip, swede cole raabi, also pea shoots, broad beans.

Nettle tops (among others). Cheers, Tony.

Marley Farley · Aug 28, 2012

Yes Tony is correct Mum I always pinch the broad bean tops out for a salad really delicious.. When I first started looking at it I found the recipe for Beetroot Carrot & Radish tops.. Good in stir fry too..!

Salad of Radish, Carrot and/or Beet tops with Vermouth Vinaigrette

Yield: 3-4
This is one of our favorite vinaigrettes, adapted from our favorite cookbook. Our spinach salad with toasted almonds is hugely popular when dressed with this vermouth vinaigrette. This dressing is super flavorful and a wonderful accompaniment to all the peppery, grassy and more bold flavors of radish, carrot and beet greens. You can keep the salad to purely tops from these vegetables, or use them as an accompaniment in a lettuce salad.
Ingredients:

about 1 pound greens- any combinations of radish, carrot, beet or lettuce. Remove any tough stems or central veins. Washed and dried.
1/4 cup sliced carrots or radishes
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons vermouth
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/3 cup grapeseed, olive or salad oil
optional accompaniments- tomatoes, toasted almonds, walnuts, croutons
Directions:

In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine all ingredients together except for greens, vegetables and accompaniments
In bowl, whisk ingredients together well. In mason jar, close lid tightly and shake well until all ingredients are combined
Toss into greens, then top with accompaniments.
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From the same place I found this recipe too

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"M" · Aug 28, 2012

Thank you both, very much

Most especially for the recipes, Marley Farley

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Marley Farley Affable Admin! Staff Member

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Topsy Turvy weather from Wales

300mm of topsoil –> over a metre of compacted clay!!

Soil mix? Garden soil, Topsoil?

New lawn turf - should I add new topsoil / soil improver?

Is Compost enough or do I need topsoil too

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