How to Use Fresh Herbs
Most people opt to use herbs because of their flavor and nutrition. They can also be used in a variety of ways when cooking on the day-to-day.
Parsley: used in salads, soups, pestos, and as a garnish.
Basil: used in pestos, salads, sauces, and as a garnish.
Cilantro: used in curries, soups, stews, salsas, bean dishes, salads, and as a garnish.
Oregano: used in marinades, rice dishes, dressings, meat and fish dishes, and bean and tofu dishes.
Rosemary: used in marinades, meat and fish dishes, and herb blends.
Sage: used in meats, roasted vegetables, bean, and herb blends.
Dill: used in marinades, dressings, fish dishes, salads, potatoes, and herb blends.
Mint: used in salads, beverages, and fruit
Thyme: used in soups, stews, meat and fish dishes, and herb blends
Chives: used in sauces, condiments, fish dishes, and herb blends
Tarragon: used in marinades, meat and fish dishes, sauces, dressings, and herb blends
How to Store Fresh Herbs
In order to store herbs, you'll need to know if they're tender or hearty herbs.
Tender herbs will get bunched together, have the bottoms cut, and be placed in a jar with about 1 inch of water. Cover loosely with a plastic bag and put in the fridge.
Hearty herbs should be cleaned and wrapped with a damp paper towel. Place the wrapped herbs in a mesh bag and place it in the fridge.
For more information and tips on herbs, including how to dry, how to freeze, and recipes to try, download the TKS Nutrition Guide to Herbs below.