Thota kura - Amaranth

Thota koora - Amaranth - Thota kura - Chavli leaves

Nutritional value

Amaranth leaves contain 23 calories per 100 g serving. One serving contains 0.3 g of fat, 2.5 g of protein and 4 g of carbohydrate. Amaranth leaves are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, calcium and potassium.

Culinary uses

Amaranth can be used to make saag and it can also be used instead of spinach to make curry or dal