Grass jelly is an Asian dessert commonly served in China, Taiwan and Southeast Asia. In some parts of Asia this dessert is also known as leaf jelly. Generally, manufacturers sell grass jelly in cans, and you typically cut the grass jelly into pieces prior to eating.

Several varieties of junipers are native to the United States, from tall trees to bush-like formations. All have lacy, leathery evergreen foliage. Junipers produce dusky blue berries that are actually cones containing seeds. Birds, foxes and other wild animals eat juniper berries.

Raisins are a nutritious snack and a tasty topper for salads and oatmeal, but only if you balance your diet with a variety of other healthy foods. By including raisins as part of a diet that includes plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains and lean protein, you'll stay full, satisfied and healthy.

Beet greens and radish greens are not only safe to eat, they are packed with nutritional value. Both are hardy plants that are easy to grow. You might even want to grow them primarily for their leaves, which can be harvested gradually as the plant matures.

Sprouting seeds and beans increases their vitamin levels, according to David B. Fankhauser, Ph.D. at the University of Cleveland Claremont College. Sprouted lentil beans contain vitamins A, B, C and E, all of which are important to your overall health.

Cauliflower provides essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients, but it can also cause stomachaches or abdominal cramps. The culprit behind the stomachaches is cauliflower’s fiber content, which becomes most troublesome when you increase your fiber intake too rapidly without giving your body time to adjust.

Like most fruits, bananas contain no fat or cholesterol and provide essential vitamins and minerals. Bananas have a higher calorie and sugar content than many other fruits, however, so consume them in moderation to avoid exceeding your calorie needs.

At 1/4 to 2 inches in diameter, crabapples look like miniature versions of regular apples. However, a crabapple has a sour, pithy taste. Despite their unpleasant sharpness, crabapples generally aren't dangerous. Crabapples might give you a sore stomach if you eat a few, but they won't cause poisoning.

Strawberries are chock full of nutrients, with a half a cup containing 45.5 mg of vitamin C, 50 IUs of vitamin A, 164 mgs of potassium, 18 mgs of calcium and 2.3 grams of fiber – all for a measly 39 calories.

Scallops are a healthy food choice that can be part of a quick and nutritious meal. Serving them with vegetables adds essential vitamins and fiber, while keeping your meal low in fat and calories. Most vegetables pair well with scallops, which have a sweet, fishy flavor.

Steaming is a simple way to cook vegetables while retaining flavor, color and nutrients without adding fat or calories. While steamed vegetables don't require sauce to make them taste good, a flavorful sauce complements the flavor and makes the vegetables even better.

Romaine lettuce's high water content means there is no long-term preservation method suitable for making the lettuce last longer. Drying, canning and freezing all produce inedible results. For the best nutritional value, romaine lettuce is best served when it's fresh, green and crisp.