noun
leafy green vegetables; greens
Refers to edible green leaves such as spinach, komatsuna, or other leafy vegetables, often in contrast to root or fruit vegetables.
毎日、青菜を食べるようにしている。
I try to eat leafy greens every day.
青菜をさっと茹でてお浸しにする。
I quickly boil the greens and make ohitashi.