Vegetables

Organic Coriander – Bunch 100 Gr.

1,60 €

Bunch of 100 gr.

Organic, fresh cilantro, grown in Los Realejos by local producers. From the garden to your plate.

Summary of Organic Coriander – Bunch 100 Gr.

Product Details

Like all spices and aromatic plants, cilantro has beneficial properties for the body:

It provides us with vitamins C, K and A.
mineral source
Indicated to keep cholesterol at bay
Anti-inflammatory benefits are attributed

Season calendar

Coriander is an aromatic plant that can be grown all year round, but the optimal growing season is from spring to summer. In these months, cilantro is at its best, it is fresher and has a more intense flavor.
Coriander season calendar in the Canary Islands:

Spring: Coriander begins to appear in the markets.
Summer: Cilantro season is in full swing.
Fall: Cilantro season begins to wind down.
Winter: Coriander is still available in some markets, but the quality may not be as good.

If you are looking for the best cilantro, it is best to buy it during the optimal growing season, which runs from spring to summer. During these months, cilantro is fresher, tastier and cheaper.

Selection tips

Here are some tips for choosing good cilantro:

Choose fresh cilantro that has shiny green leaves.
Avoid cilantro that is wilted, yellow, or spotted.
The cilantro leaves should be soft and easy to cut.
Once you have chosen a good cilantro, you can keep it in the refrigerator for a few days.

If you follow these tips, you will be able to choose fresh and tasty cilantro.

Conservation

Here are some tips for preserving cilantro:

Store cilantro in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Avoid storing cilantro next to foods that have a strong smell, such as garlic or onion.
If you are not going to use the cilantro in the next few days, you can freeze it. Cut the cilantro into small pieces and place in a plastic bag or airtight container.
When using frozen cilantro, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight or for a few hours at room temperature.

If you follow these tips, you will be able to enjoy fresh, aromatic cilantro for longer.