The crops of our agricultural company
Rocket
Rocket was already known in Roman times, used both as food and for therapeutic purposes. It has a crunchy leaf, with a shade ranging from green to dark green, and a slightly spicy flavour.
It is frequently used in the preparation of salads, as a decorative element for other dishes, and is a fundamental ingredient in some pesto variants.
NUTRITION FACTS / 100G OF PRODUCT
Energy Value - 29 kcal-122kj
Protein - 2.6g
Carbohydrates - 3.9g
Of which sugars - 3.9g
Fat - 0.3
Of which saturated - 0.1
Fibre - 0.9g
Sodium - 0.027g
Red/Green Lettuce
The green and red baby leaf lettuce varieties belong to the same botanical group as head lettuce.
Depending on the variety, the leaves may appear in shades ranging from light green to dark red.
The leaf colouring is determined by the different presence of photosynthetic pigments and is completely natural.
The taste of lettuce varies according to the leaf colour: it is fresh and delicate in green leaf varieties, while it tends to be bitter in red leaf ones.
This lettuce is used to prepare salads and as a decoration for other dishes.
NUTRITION FACTS / 100G OF PRODUCT
Energy Value - 14kcal-60kj
Protein - 1g
Carbohydrates - 2.2g
Of which sugars - 2.2g
Fat - 0.1
Of which saturated - 0.0
Fibre - 1.5g
Sodium - 0.01g
Baby Spinach
Spinach is one of the most common edible plants worldwide.
There are varieties intended for the fresh market and for frozen production, usually cultivated in open fields, as well as fourth-range varieties, which are instead grown in greenhouses.
Spinach leaves are bright green, and their size and texture vary depending on the cut: the first-cut leaves are smaller and smoother than those of later cuts.
NUTRITION FACTS / 100G OF PRODUCT
Energy Value - 31 kcal-129kj
Protein - 3.4g
Carbohydrates - 2.9g
Fat - 0.7
Fibre - 1.9g
Sodium - 0.01g
Red Chard
The chard family offers multiple applications in agriculture.
Some varieties are used for the extraction of sucrose from the roots, while others are intended for leaf production, used both in cooking and in preparing fourth-range mixed salads.
The red chard variety is distinguished by its oval, shiny leaves, deep green with red veins.
Its flavour is delicate, free of bitter notes.
NUTRITION FACTS / 100G OF PRODUCT
Energy Value - 58 kcal-241kj
Protein - 3.4g
Carbohydrates - 8g
Fibre - 8.0g
Bulls Blood
Bull’s Blood Baby Leaf has inherited a particularly succulent taste and texture from the chard family it belongs to.
It pairs perfectly with all flavours on the table. Its name comes from its distinctive blood-red colour.
With only 21 calories per 100 grams, this Baby Leaf variety is perfect for high-protein diets and any type of eating regimen.
Highly digestible and rich in Vitamin C.
Tatsoi
Tatsoi is a member of the Brassicaceae botanical family, the same as cabbage.
Originally from China, its cultivation also spread to Japan. It is also known as mustard.
Its leaves, which resemble a "spoon" shape, are bright green and slightly glossy. Its taste is fresh and reminiscent of mustard.
It is used in both salad preparation and soups.
Green Mizuna
It is a plant from the brassicaceae family with Japanese origins.
It has serrated leaves of deep green colour, and its characteristic cabbage-like flavour adds freshness and taste to any salad.
It can also be boiled and used as a substitute for broccoli.
Red Mizuna
It is a plant from the brassicaceae family with Japanese origins.
Its finely toothed red-violet leaves and cabbage-like flavour bring creativity and a unique taste to salads.
Baby Romaine Lettuce
Baby Romaine Lettuce is an innovative lettuce variety, characterised by thin, glossy green leaves and a fresh, delicate flavour—perfect for enhancing gourmet salads or light dishes.
It is rich in fibre, potassium, and vitamins A and C, and also contains moderate amounts of vitamins D, E, K, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and sulphur.
With its laxative action, it also has relaxing properties.
Green Oak Leaf
Oak leaf lettuce stands out for its bright green colour, with edges that fade toward red.
However, completely red or green varieties can also be found.
Its name comes from the peculiar shape of the leaves, resembling those of an oak tree.
Red Oak Leaf
Red oak leaf is a lettuce cultivar from Northern Europe, introduced in Campania about ten years ago.
This variety features red, heavy, round heads with a compact and low-growing habit.
The leaves, measuring 10 to 15 cm in length, resemble oak leaves and have the extraordinary ability to regrow quickly once cut.
