Did you know one of the most nutritious leafy greens in the world might be growing right outside your door? Lambsquarters (sometimes called wild spinach, pigweed, or goosefoot) is a wild edible weed packed with vitamins, minerals, and flavor.
In this video, we’ll cover everything you need to know about foraging lambsquarters—from clear weed identification tips to the incredible health benefits of this underrated plant. You’ll learn:
🌿 How to identify lambsquarters plants with confidence
🌿 Why lambsquarters makes such a powerful spinach substitute (and why it kicks spinach’s rump nutritionally with more calcium, protein, iron, and vitamins!)
🌿 The best ways to eat lambsquarters greens fresh or cooked
🌿 How to use lambsquarters in recipes like a quick sauté, creamy soup, or even pesto
🌿 Tips for growing lambsquarters in your garden, containers, and even hydroponically
Credit to : Edible America
