A comparative study of physicochemical, proximate and minerals analysis of some underutilized wild edible seeds used as condiments in Nigerian traditional soups

The present study focused on Physicochemical, proximate and mineral analysis of some underutilized wild edible seeds (Parkia biglobosa, Prosopis africanum Acacia sieberiana) used as condiments in Nigerian traditional soup consumed by different tribal communities across the country. seed samples were all pulverized their properties determined appropriately. physicochemical three comparable with each other values obtained similar fell within range observed for powdered or industrial purposes. Swelling solubility profiles quite high reflected water absorption capacity seeds. Proximate revealed a protein content especially P. A. siberiana while biglobosa had fat carbohydrate content. Elemental was also carried out to determine contents it that concentration essential elements safety limits heavy metals very low lead chromium absent two which an indication little no toxicity results various p\shows (3) are safe consumption. These lend credence use indicates they can be further explored uses food industry.