There is just something so satisfying and relaxing when you take a stroll around the garden and snip off a bit of fresh basil for the caprese salad you are planning for dinner; Then another little snip of rosemary and thyme to enhance the flavor of the chicken waiting to go on the grill. Here atToadlfax Nursery we are right there with you, and understand the joy of planting and harvesting your own delicious herbs. Salt might be the old standby when trying to enhance the flavor or your food, but it is certainly not the healthiest. According to the American Heart Association, one in three adults suffers from high blood pressure and excess salt is a major contributor to this number. With this in mind, reach for the scissors and head to the gardenfor inspiration on how to liven up your meal without the extra salt. The addition of seasonings like thyme and mint add a nutrient-packed punch, full of vitamins and antioxidants. There are infinite uses of herbs as salt substitutes. Add fresh dill or chives to your scrambled eggs, or if you want to go really gourmet how about some fresh tarragon or basil? If you are making a sauce for your meat or even a simple soup, throw in some basil, thyme, oregano or bay leaves for a quick and easy flavor boost without all the added sodium. Ok, we understand, some of you are a little unsure what herb pairs best with what food so here̢۪s a quick breakdown of some of our favorites. Fishcilantro, coriander, dill, fennel, parsley, sage, tarragon, thymePorkcilantro, coriander, oregano, rosemaryChicken&PoultryParsley, sage, rosemary, tarragon, thymeVegetablesBasil, chives, dill, fennel, marjoram, oregano, parsley, rosemary When harvesting herbs from your garden,try to get them in the morning when flavors are at their peak, and eat them the same day they are picked. Food.com has some great herb recipes like Cedar Plank Salmon with Lemon and Dill, and Rosemary White Beans to get you started on your less salt, more herb journey. We here atToadflax Nursery can help you get your garden growing with all the plants, seeds, and equipment you need as well as any advice on how to grow anherb garden here in Upstate New York.
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