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Broad-Leaved Endive
Broad-Leaved Endive
Also known as: Batavian endive, escarole, flat endive
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Broad-leaved endive (escarole) is a fresh leafy vegetable rich in vitamin K, folate, and dietary fiber. It is a whole food with no notable safety concerns aside from typical produce-handling needs.
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What it is
Cichorium endivia var. latifolium, also called escarole; a broad-leaved variety of endive.
Leafy vegetable; salad green or cooked.
Why it's flagged
- Microbial contamination risk if not washed properly
What regulators actually say
"Endive, raw is a leafy green vegetable providing vitamin K, folate, and fiber."
"Wash all produce thoroughly under running water before eating."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; FDA Produce Safety Rule applies
European Union — EFSA
Whole food; subject to EU food hygiene regulation
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