I WILL: Savor the Herb Flavor
Add a special pop of flavor that’ll make your tastebuds, and heart, happy.
Get creative in the kitchen when it comes to seasoning your foods: exploring herbs and spices not only make it creative and fun, but you’re also creating better nutrition habits and lending a hand to better health. Instead of reaching for the saltshaker to enhance the flavors of your favorite dish, fresh herbs offer a bold flavor and keeps the sodium levels in check.
Not only can herbs benefit your culinary skills and lower your risk (i.e., reducing sodium intake, adding antioxidants and some essential vitamins), fresh herbs are known for their mood boosting aromas. If you’ve got a green thumb, growing your own herbs offers time with gardening, which can give a boost to your activity levels and mental wellbeing.
Always remember, dried herbs are a great option too! The flavors are concentrated during the drying process so be sure to adjust how much you use. A good guide: 1 Tablespoon of fresh herbs equals 1 teaspoon of dried herbs.
START SMALL: Give a fresh herb a try in a dish this week and skip the salt. Ideas: Try chopped basil on your morning breakfast scramble, add cilantro or dill to your salad greens, or some rosemary to your roasted veggies.
FINISH REMARKABLE: Make fresh herbs part of your kitchen year-round! Grow your favorite herbs in small pots or containers - rotate them between indoors and outdoors when the season’s right.
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Once your fresh herbs are ready to eat, we recommend using them in Chimichurri Sauce, Homemade Pesto, or even Green Goddess Chicken Thighs!
Ask the RD: Herbs can be a great addition to your water as a delicious way to stay hydrated. In our June 2024 blog post we shared combinations to try at home.