Endive is a green leafy vegetable from daisy family. Curly endive is called “Chicory”. One cup of chopped endive contains 2 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber and 0.8 gram of protein.

Average calories: 8 per one cup, chopped.

Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins K, A, and B9

Minerals found in higher amounts: manganese and potassium.

Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: beta-carotene is main phytonutrient in endive. It is a pro-vitamin A from carotenoids family that has a vital role in protecting from age-related eye diseases, especially macular degeneration. It has also an anti-cancer activity against lung and bladder cancers.