Carotenoid and chlorophyll composition of commonly consumed leafy vegetables in Mediterranean countries

► Pigments of chicory, dandelion, garden rocket, and wild rocket were examined. ► Xanthophylls, carotenes and chlorophylls were identified and quantified. ► Tested species were moderately rich in xanthophylls, primarily lutein. ► α-carotene was detected in garden and wild rocket, and β-carotene in all species. ► The highest content of all analysed constituents was found in garden rocket.