1. a plant of the goosefoot family with edible leaves, often used as a potherb or in salads
Usage: also spelled 'orach'; common in Mediterranean and temperate regions

Examples

• Orache is a nutritious leafy green that can be eaten raw or cooked.
• The gardener planted orache seeds in the spring vegetable patch.
• Orache leaves have a slightly salty flavor that works well in salads.
• In traditional Mediterranean cuisine, orache has been used for centuries.
• The red variety of orache adds color to the garden and the dinner plate.