Edible flower stigmas and styles collected from the inside of a type of crocus flower. Broccoli, artichokes, and capers are all technically flower buds, albeit immature forms. Other parts of the plants than the flowers mentioned in this list may be poisonous. Flowers reported as edible include: Edible flower Edible flowers are flowers that can be consumed safely. Flowers may be eaten as vegetables as a main part of a meal, or may be used as herbs. Flowers are part of many regional cuisines, including Asian, European, and Middle Eastern cuisines. With their powerful and unique flavors, textures and colors, edible flowers
Green sauce Green sauce Green sauce is a family of cold, uncooked sauces based on herbs, including the Spanish and Italian "salsa verde", the French "sauce verte", the German "Grüne Soße" or "Frankfurter Grie Soß" (Frankfurt dialect), and the Argentinian "chimichurri". The Mexican "salsa verde", though also called a "green sauce", is instead based on tomatillos; the New Mexico version uses a green chile base. The basic recipe is probably from the Near East and, as such, is probably at least 2,000 years old. Roman legionaries brought it to Italy, from where it was exported to France and Germany. Evidence suggests that