




Mustard Greens
Inventory, 24 ct : 2.25
This item was last sold on : 02/04/23
Description/Taste
Mustard greens have broad, wavy frilled leaves with longitudinal veins and a deep green color. The upright leaves are supported by coarse stems that can be quite fibrous when fully mature. Smaller leaves are considerably tenderer, while larger Mustard greens require cooking. They have a succulent yet crunchy texture and a robust flavor reminiscent of pepper and horseradish.
Seasons/Availability
Mustard greens may be found year-round with peak season fall through spring.
Current Facts
Mustard greens are also commonly referred to as Indian mustard, Chinese mustard, or leaf mustard, and botanically classified as Brassica juncea. It is a generic name that is applied to many different varieties, including white, green and red varieties. Mustard greens are of this genus should not be confused with those of the the Sinapis alba species, a completely different genus of mustard plants that is responsible for seed production used in making the eponymous condiment.
Nutritional Value
Mustard greens contain compounds which have cancer preventing benefits, including antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and natural detoxifying properties.
Applications
Mustard greens can be used in both cooked and raw preparations, depending upon their maturity. They are commonly implemented as a salad green, pot herb or braising green. Mustard greens pair well with rich meats such as pork, lamb and sausages, creamy sauces, aged and melting cheeses, apples, peaches, cucumbers, citrus, vinegars, especially apple cider and rice, nuts like pistachios and hazelnuts, herbs and spices including cumin, cilantro, dill, garlic, fennel and coriander. The seeds of the mustard plant can be sprouted and eaten raw or dried and used as a spice or in pickling brine, and of course, to make the eponymous condiment.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Mustard plants contain volatile oils which have strong antimicrobial (bacteria and fungi) properties. These properties make mustard greens a choice cover crop to plant as an organic pesticide for weeds and soil born-pathogens.
Geography/History
Mustard greens are native to India. The first varietal differentiation of mustard greens was cultivated in China near Sichuan. Mustard greens have been naturalized throughout the northern hemisphere from Japan to Europe to South and North America. Though very tolerable of a variety of climate and soil conditions, Mustard greens prefer rich organic nutrient-dense soils, full sun and cool temperatures for efficient and fast growth.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Common Theory | San Diego CA | 858-384-7974 |
Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest | San Diego CA | 619-380-9840 |
Paradisaea Restaurant | La Jolla CA | 732-915-6669 |
Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-6360 |
Oscars Brewing Company | Temecula CA | 619-695-2422 |
InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
Artifact at Mingei | San Diego CA | 619-846-2164 |
La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
Kingfisher | San Diego CA | 619-861-8074 |
Viewpoint Brewing Co. | Del Mar CA | 858-205-9835 |
Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
Kona Kai Resort and Marina | San Diego CA | 619-221-8000 |
Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
San Diego Humane Society | San Diego CA | 619-299-7012 |
US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Mustard Greens. One

Garden Betty |
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Vietnamese Pickled Mustard Greens |
Three Many Cooks |
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Braised Mustard Greens with Proscuitto |
China Sichuan Food |
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Mustard Green Stir Fry |
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Tamai Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 23 days ago, 1/14/23 Sharer's comments : Mustard Greens from Tamai Family Farms ![]() ![]()
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 47 days ago, 12/21/22 Sharer's comments : Mustard Greens from Fresno Evergreen ![]() ![]()
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Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 79 days ago, 11/19/22 Sharer's comments : Mustard Greens from Tamai Family Farms ![]() ![]()
Awesome Muya's Produce
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Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 203 days ago, 7/17/22 Sharer's comments : Mustard Greens from JR Organics ![]() ![]()
Cabrals farm
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 324 days ago, 3/19/22 ![]() ![]()
Tamai Family Farms
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 385 days ago, 1/16/22 ![]() ![]()
Maciel Family Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesBonsall, CA About 476 days ago, 10/17/21 ![]() ![]()
Lucia's Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesNew Roots Community Farm About 492 days ago, 10/02/21 ![]() ![]()
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Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 610 days ago, 6/06/21 ![]() ![]() About 651 days ago, 4/26/21 Sharer's comments : Mustard greens from Tamai Farms! ![]() ![]()
Tamai family farms
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 652 days ago, 4/25/21 |