Buck´s Horn Plantain
Plantago coronopus
Plant extremely variable in habit, characteristics and ecology. The plants with maritime influence are robust, and of succulent leaves arranged in the form of basal rosette. Narrow, strappy leaves have some antler-like forking, referenced in one of its common names.
Buck’s Horn Plantain Riafresh® is easy to use in salad mixes has a slightly salty and nutty flavour.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 20 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Ask us about availability. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 21 days.
Certification
Buck’s Horn Plantain RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Glacial Lettuce*
Mesembryanhtemum crystallinum
Herbaceous plant that stands out for its very promising crystalline capsules. The leaves of glacial lettuce from 4 cm up to 10 cm are thick and with wavy edges. Visually appealing, the mouth is very fleshy and velvety.
Glacial Lettuce RiaFresh® has an intense flavor, releasing a large amount of water with a marine brake. It is preferred to use on cold plates or as a basis for various compositions. Natural oysters on Glacier Lettuce RiaFresh® are a delight.
Properties
The Ice Plant RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers and vitamin B6. Contains ß-carotene and lutein. It is a source of manganese; manganese contributes to the normal energy-producing metabolism.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 40 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Ask us about availability. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Certification
Glacial Lettuce RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Golden Samphire*
Inula chritmoides
Golden samphire is a shrub with leaves that appear in ascending branches, in a lanceolate form and with small cracks. Features attractive, bright yellow flowers.
The leaves of the Golden Samphire Riafresh® have a surprising intensity in the palate with an inviting flavor, that reminds to the fennel, and great aromatic depth. Surprise of spicy pepper at the end of the tasting.
Properties
Golden Samphire RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6 and chromium. It is a source of calcium, magnesium and manganese. Contains ß-carotene, lutein and tannins. It contains as much antioxidants as blueberries.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 15 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Golden Samphire Riafresh® is available all year round, sliced and fresh. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Certification
Golden samphire RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Ice Plant Flower*
Mesembryanhtemum crystallinum
Ice plant flower is covered with large and shiny capsules. A beautiful yellowish white flower on top of a colorful bud, from green to deep red.
The taste is spectacular, waves breaking, sea breeze, is it really a vegetable or seafood?
Ice Plant Flower RiaFresh® is a very decorative ingredient, absolutely crispy, naturally salty and slightly bitter, combining shellfish or fish.
Properties
The Ice Plant RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers and vitamin B6. Contains ß-carotene and lutein. It is a source of manganese; manganese contributes to the normal energy-producing metabolism.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 20 units per pack (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Ask us about availability. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Certification
Ice Plant Flower RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Ice Plant*
Mesembryanhtemum crystallinum
Herbaceous plant that stands out for being densely covered with large crystalline capsules. It is also known as ice plant. Glacial phyroid leaves from 1 cm to 3 cm are rounded at the apex and have wavy edges.
Ice Plant RiaFresh® is visually very attractive, the taste is intense, crisp, releasing a large amount of water with a marine brake. It brings to the dishes a very refreshing element, so it is preferable to use in cold dishes.
Properties
The Ice Plant RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers and vitamin B6. Contains ß-carotene and lutein. It is a source of manganese; manganese contributes to the normal energy-producing metabolism.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 40 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Ask us about availability. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Certification
Ice Plant RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Saltwort
Sarcocornia fruticosa
Saltwort is a small, highly branched shrub. It has straight branches with small scale shaped leaves that form rings throughout the plant. Its characteristic colour is sea-green and dim.
Saltwort RiaFresh® fleshy tips can be eaten fresh, in salads or soups, or boiled. Its slightly bitter flavour makes it a great ingredient to prepare sauces for meat or fish dishes. It is surprising when used with eggs or milanesa.
Properties
Saltwort RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium and chromium. It is a source of calcium, iron and manganese and contains ß-carotene, lutein, phenols, flavonoids and tannins. It is rich in magnesium; it has almost as much magnesium as nuts.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 40 g – 100 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Saltwort RiaFresh® is available all year round, sliced and fresh. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Saltwort RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Samphire Salt
Salicornia ramosissima
Samphire is a lightly salted, crunchy, juicy and tasty marine vegetable. Samphire RiaFresh® comes from selected individuals from the Ria Formosa Natural Park, Algarve, and is grown in a controlled environment.
Samphire vegetable salt that collects the essence of coastal zones is obtained by drying methods from Salicornia RiaFresh®.
Intensely tasty and aromatic, it is a spice for multiple uses. When powder has an elegant green color.
Samphire Vegetable Salt RiaFresh® has no additives, preservatives or colorings, it is purely samphire.
It has less than 50% salt content equivalent to common kitchen salt. It has high content in fiber, protein and vitamin C.
Nutrition Statement
Average values of 100 g: Energy 544 kj / 130 kcal; Lipids 0.9 g, of which saturated 0.3 g; Carbohydrates 4.5 g, of which sugars 0 g; Fiber 16 g; Proteins 18 g; Salt 47 g.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units:
- Samphire powder: 50 g
- Samphire crushed: 30 g
Conservation
It is recommended to consume up to 2 years after packing date. Store in a cool and dry place.
Samphire Vegetable Salt RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Samphire*
Salicornia ramosissima
Samphire is perhaps the best known of the sea vegetables. Samphire RiaFresh® is crunchy, tasty, not fibrous or bitter. Plant of great versatility, can be consumed raw or prepared.
Great combination of salinity, citrus and crispness. Its color does not react to heat, which makes it perfect for hot dishes, such as risotto. Other suggested applications are: simple or mixed salads, ceviches, pokes, detox-type juices, fish and seafood in general and some meats such as kid and lamb.
Properties
Samphire RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6 and vitamin E, manganese and chromium. It contains ß-carotene, lutein, phenols, flavonoids and tannins. It is a source of zinc, which contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.
In 100 g of Samphire RiaFresh® there is naturally 2 g of common salt and 0.75 g of sodium.
Availability and conservation
Samphire RiaFresh® is available all year round, cut and fresh. It can be stored between 3 and 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Certification
Samphire RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Sea Blite
Suaeda maritima
Sea blite is a bush-like plant with fleshy and succulent leaves, with a semi-circular shape, plane in its upper side and breached at the end. Sometimes it can present much shorter leaves, similar to a banana bunch, among longer leaves. The color is typically green but can be red or purple.
Sea Blite RiaFresh® has a well-marked taste of salinity, and some notes of earth, being different from all other marine vegetables. Brilliant performance in warm dishes (eggs, mushrooms), hot dishes (fish and seafood) and possibly pickles.
Properties
Sea Blite RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6, vitamin E and chromium. It is also a source of manganese. Contains lutein, phenols, flavonoids and tannins. It contains more ß-carotene than raw carrots.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 30 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Sea Blite Riafresh® is available all year round, sliced and fresh. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Sea Fennel*
Crithmum maritimo
Sea fennel is a deeply branched vegetable with round, fleshy leaves of triangular outline. Its leaves are strongly aromatic when squeezed (its essential oils are used in perfumery) with strong reminders of fennel and parsley, slightly salty and may be slightly bitter.
Sea Fennel RiaFresh® is an ingredient with high potential to aromatize dishes evoking marine sensations. It is recommended in salads or as warm garnish on meats. It is very suitable for making pickles.
Properties
Sea Fennel RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6 and manganese. It contains ß-carotene and lutein. It is a source of calcium; it contains more calcium than cow’s milk.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 15 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Sea Fennel Riafresh® is available all year round, sliced and fresh. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 21 days.
Certification
Sea Fennel RiaFresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified.
Sea Fingers*
Disphyma crassifolium
Sea Fingers have a prostrate shape, with leaves located on the stem in opposite disposition or in groups of two or three, characteristically in the form of slightly rounded triangular pyramids. The flowers are purple or pink.
Sea Fingers feature a crunchy texture, followed by an explosion
watery, slightly bitter in the mouth and some residual astringency.
Properties
Sea Fingers RiaFresh® are rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6 and chromium. They contain ß-carotene and lutein. They are rich in chromium; chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 30g (for other units consult).
Availability and conservation
RiaFresh® Sea Fingers are available all year round, sliced and fresh. They can be stored between 3 and 7 °C for up to 15 days. the
taste characteristics.
Sea Fingers RiaFresh® are GLOBALG.A.P. certified
Sea Rocket
Cakile maritima
Sea rocket owes its name to the shape of its leaves, with very pronounced cutouts, rounded, like rocket, but much fleshier. It belongs to the family of mustards with an intense flavor, notes of horseradish, with evident bitterness.
Sea Rocket RiaFresh® is an ingredient of careful use due to the peculiarity of its palate, its use with meat is suggested.
Properties
Sea Rocket RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers and vitamin B6. It is a source of manganese. Contains ß-carotene and lutein. It is rich in vitamin E; vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells against unwanted oxidation.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 20 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Ask us about availability. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 21 days.
Slenderleaf Ice Plant*
Mesembryanthemum nodiflorum
Slenderleaf ice plant receives this name due to the vesicles shaped as small brilliant bubbles covering it. The leaves are small and fleshy and hold a delicate yellow flower with white leaves. The colour of its tissues varies between green, yellow, orange and even purple.
Slenderleaf Ice Plant Riafresh® is a very decorative green, with a slightly salty flavour, but also citric and acidic.
Properties
Slenderleaf Ice Plant RiaFresh® is rich in proteins, dietary fibers, vitamin B6, chromium and manganese. It is a source of calcium. It contains ß-carotene, lutein, phenols, flavonoids and tannins. It is a source of copper; copper contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.
Commercialization
Available in the following sales units: 30 g (for other units please consult us).
Availability and conservation
Slenderleaf Ice Plant Riafresh® is available all year round, sliced and fresh. It can be stored at 3 to 7 °C for up to 15 days.
Slenderleaf Ice Plant Riafresh® is GLOBALG.A.P. certified