Nutritive value and specified functional properties of protein concentrate from leafy by-products

ABSTRACT

Samples of leaf protein concentrate [LPC] from leafy by-products of carrot, beet root, cauliflower and artichoke were prepared. Analysis of nitrogen, ash, carbohydrates and amino acid profiles were carried out. The parameters related to the nutritive value were estimated via calculating Essential Amino Acids Index [EAAI] and Biological Value [B.V.]. Nitrogen solubility, water and fat absorption capacities were determined for evaluating specified functional properties of LPC samples. The obtained data proved high nutritional values for these leafy protein samples with good functional properties