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Flower Power on Your Plate

I’ve seen flowers in salads at fancy restaurants and sold at some upscale markets. Are they really edible, and how nutritious are they?

Yes, many flowers—from pansies and nasturtiums to lavender, roses, and squash blossoms—are indeed edible, but given the small amounts they are consu...

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