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Dried marjoram (Origanum majorana) spread out on a plane surface.
© CC-by-sa 3.0, Jonathunder, Wikimedia
  • 271 kcal
  • Water 8%
  • 75/16/09 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 1.2 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 3.2 g
Dried marjoram (raw?) is a seasoning that contains many essential oils. It is used primarily in potato dishes and sauces. Organic?
Red raw lentils in a wooden spoon on a burlap mat.
© Bought from karelpesorna, Adobe
  • 358 kcal
  • Water 8%
  • 71/27/02 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.89 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.25 g
Lentils, red, raw (erve, kitchen lentils), have a high protein content and are easy to digest. They contain a lot of fiber and protein.
Tartar baking powder on a spoon: Tartar baking soda contains tartaric acid instead of phosphate.
© CC-by-sa 2.0, Inke Weissenborn, Stiftung Gesundheit und Ernährung Schweiz
  • 235 kcal
  • Water 6%
  • 100/00/00 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.02 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.00 g
Light baked goods are created by using a raising agent. In cream of tartar baking powder, cream of tartar acts as a natural acid instead of phosphate.
Corn on the cob, half-peeled - Zea mays mays L. - on plant.
© Bought from fotoknips, fotolia
  • 274 kcal
  • Water 8%
  • 84/11/05 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 1.6 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.05 g
Raw corn cobs (sweet corn) contain a lot of vitamin B6 and have a short shelf life. They are well tolerated, versatile and available in organic quality.
Black sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum) in a bowl, on a wooden spoon, and  sprinkled out under spoon.
© Bought from aedkafl, fotolia
  • 573 kcal
  • Water 5%
  • 26/20/55 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 21 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.38 g
Raw black sesame is considered the original form of sesame. It is particularly rich in valuable nutrients and building materials. Organic quality?
Wholemeal spelled flour - Triticum aestivum L. subsp. spelta - pile on table plus ears and grains.
© Bought from J.Mühlbauer exclus., fotolia
  • 330 kcal
  • Water 14%
  • 82/16/02 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.99 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0 g
Wholemeal spelt flour is used primarily for baking. Since spelt (organic?) contains more gliadin than wheat, spelt dough is more stretchy but less dimensionally
Pile of baby spinach leaves (Spinacia oleracea), spinach leaves picked  at a very early stage.
© Bought from Oliver, fotolia
  • 23 kcal
  • Water 91%
  • 53/42/06 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.03 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.14 g
Baby spinach is the name given to spinach that has been harvested extra early, with barely developed stems and fine leaf panicles. It is sweet when eaten raw.
Arugula, raw (Eruca sativa): arugula growing wild on a meadow
© Public Domain, Leo Michels, Wikimedia
  • 25 kcal
  • Water 92%
  • 53/37/10 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.13 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.17 g
Rocket is used raw, often in salads or to season pesto, for example. The almost spicy taste is reminiscent of cress and walnuts. Organic quality?
Fresh pak choi (Brassica rapa ...) on white background with ruler for size comparison.
© CC-by-sa 3.0, Karl-Heinz Wellmann, Wikipedia
  • 13 kcal
  • Water 95%
  • 56/39/05 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.04 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.06 g
Pak choi has a mild mustard-like taste when raw and is suitable for salads. Bok choy (organic) can also be used cooked, similar to chard.
Raw, untreated brown rice (Oryza sativa L.), on a cutting board, rice plants in the background
© Bought from Heike Rau, fotolia
  • 363 kcal
  • Water 12%
  • 88/08/03 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.95 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.04 g
Whole grain rice (organic) has a slightly nutty taste, keeps you full for a long time and contains valuable vitamins and minerals. Brown rice can be sprouted an
Black mustard (seed) - Brassica nigra - in a wooden spoon, surrounded by other spices.
© Bought from PhotoSG, fotolia
  • 498 kcal
  • Water 5%
  • 33/30/38 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 4.3 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 3.8 g
Black mustard seeds are a digestive spice that is usually ground raw before consumption. The leaves (organic), the mustard herb, are used in salads.
Peppermint on a tablecloth. Thanks to its typical menthol aroma, peppermint is a favorite in many dishes and is also used in toothpaste, chewing gum, and candy.
© CC-by-sa 2.0, Melanie Scherer, Stiftung Gesundheit und Ernährung Schweiz
  • 70 kcal
  • Water 79%
  • 76/19/05 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.07 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.44 g
Fresh peppermint (raw) as a tea or seasoning is much better than dried. The essential oils such as menthol have a positive effect - but not as strong. Organic?
Kiwi, green, - Actinidia deliciosa - hanging on kiwi plant ripe for harvesting.
© Bought from darenlot, fotolia
  • 61 kcal
  • Water 83%
  • 90/07/03 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.25 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.04 g
The sweet and sour flesh of the green kiwi (organic) is particularly healthy and rich in vitamins when eaten raw. It is also suitable for jam, juice, syrup and
Green asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) harvested and bundled ready for sale.
© Public Domain, RyanFreisling, Wikipedia
  • 20 kcal
  • Water 93%
  • 63/35/02 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.04 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.01 g
Asparagus is low in calories and has a spicy taste. Young stalks can also be eaten raw. Asparagusic acid is responsible for the smell of urine. Organic?
Blue bowl with freshly cooked white beans (Phaseolus vulgaris).
© CC-by 2.0, cookbookman17, flickr.com
  • 118 kcal
  • Water 69%
  • 71/28/02 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.10 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.08 g
Protein content and easy storage make beans (Alubia bean) a popular staple food. Cooking at > 70 °C destroys phasin. Organic quality?
Raw white beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) in a clay bowl on wooden table.
© Bought from Milan, Adobe
  • 333 kcal
  • Water 11%
  • 71/28/01 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.20 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.17 g
The nutrient-rich raw, ripe seeds of the white bean can be used in many different ways, whether in soups, salads or as a vegetable side dish. Organic quality?
Coconut milk in a coconut shell. Coconut milk has a naturally high fat content and can also easily be prepared at home.
© CC-by-sa 2.0, Inke Weissenborn, Stiftung Gesundheit und Ernährung Schweiz
  • 197 kcal
  • Water 73%
  • 11/08/82 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.23 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0 g
Coconut milk, also called coconut milk, is often used as a milk substitute or in the preparation of Asian dishes. Preserved by UHT or pasteurization.
Fennel seeds piled high, on top of it a wooden spoon with fennel seeds - Foeniculum vulgare.
© Bought from pinkomelet, fotolia
  • 345 kcal
  • Water 9%
  • 63/19/18 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 1.7 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0 g
Fennel seeds are used as a spice for a variety of dishes. They can also be brewed raw to make an aromatic tea. Organic quality?
Peas, fresh, partly incl. Pod on a round kitchen board, directly from the garden.
© Bought from remoarcaro, fotolia
  • 81 kcal
  • Water 79%
  • 71/27/02 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.15 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0.04 g
Green peas have a crunchy consistency and are sweet and nutty. They can be eaten raw and contain protein, fiber and vitamin C. (Organic quality?)
Cornstarch (maize starch) in small orange ceramic bowl surrounded by corn.
© Bought from minadezhda, fotolia
  • 381 kcal
  • Water 8%
  • 100/00/00 
  • Ω-6 (LA) 0.02 g
  • Ω-3 (ALA) 0 g
Corn starch or corn starch (never raw) used to be used alongside potato starch and grain starch. The starch for thickening sauces is available in organic qualit