Bok choy is a leafy green vegetable that is closely related to cabbage. It is an excellent source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and vitamin A. Bok choy is a very good source of folate, calcium and vitamin B6 as well. These nutrients support your bones, skin, eyesight and cardiovascular system.
While bok choy is one of the most popular vegetables to cook within China, it is still not widely used in America. Bok choy is inexpensive and easily found at local grocery stores. Let’s talk about some easy ways to add this superfood into your daily diet.
- Use in place of celery in salads
- Use the green leaves in place of spinach on a sandwich
- Chop and add to a stir fry
- Slice thin and add to soup
Want a quick dinner that highlights this versatile vegetable? Try the recipe below!
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Teriyaki Salmon with Roasted Bok Choy
- 2 Wild Salmon Fillets
- 2 heads Baby Bok Choy (Sliced in Half Lengthwise)
- 3 tbsp Teriyaki Sauce (Store-bought or Homemade)
- Salt & Pepper
- Olive Oil
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
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Line a sheet pan with foil
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Place salmon on the pan and brush on the marinade
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Season the baby bok choy with salt, pepper and olive oil and put cut side down on the pan, next to the salmon
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Roast the salmon and vegetables until the salmon is cooked through and the bok choy is wilted and starting to crisp, approx. 15 minutes