Chicory are vegetables that are available on the market throughout the year, but especially in the period that runs from fall through early summer is when they are more succulent.

Form: Pointed and cylindrical.

Color: are reddish. However, the red color of this variety disappears with cooking.

Taste: slightly bitter taste and refreshing.

Its main component is water and its content in carbohydrates, protein and fat is very low, while presenting an interesting amount of fiber.

All these features make the endive in a food with low caloric intake. These include the following vitamins: folate and provitamin, C and E.