Vegetables are essential protective diet ingredients that supply ample amounts of minerals,
vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fiber, and various nutraceutical compounds for …

This study aimed to determine the effect of the drying method (freeze-drying, air-drying),
storage period (12 months), and storage conditions (2–4° C, 18–22° C) applied to two …

This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the processes and technologies in
drying of vegetables and vegetable products. The Handbook of Drying of Vegetables and …

Green leafy vegetables (GLVs) are highly perishable but can be preserved by various
methods including dehydration which is eco-friendly and easily adoptable. An investigation …

Moringa (Moringa oleifera), indigenous to India and Africa, is esteemed for its dual utility as
a minor timber source and, more importantly, as a vegetable crop. The leaves of the moringa …

Consumption of edible insects as an alternative source of protein is being restricted by the
perceived feeling of disgust amongst many people. This study was carried out to introduce …

Abstract Cucumis callosus (Rottl.) Cogn (Cucurbitaceae) is very common throughout the
India and commonly known as “Kothimbda” in Gujarat. Kothimbda is rich source of vitamin C …

Fresh green bean samples (un-blanched and blanched) were dried at 50, 60 and 70° C,
followed by studying the effect of blanching treatment and drying temperature in various …

Dehydrated pumpkin in form of granulated powder and shreds, singly and along with
pumpkin seed powder were used for the preparation of Instant Halwa Mix. Among all the …

African nightshade (Solanum scabrum Mill.) is important for its nutrition, health promoting
compounds and its contribution in providing a secure food supply and livelihood for …