Herbs are pretty easy to grow and they are easy to care for on your windowsill. You can nurture them all year long. Using herbs in your cooking adds lots of flavor with very little in the way of fat and calories. In addition, many herbs have health benefits, making them a great choice for your recipes. Try growing these herbs and get ready for some delicious meals.
1 Basil
Basil is perfect for pasta sauces and salads. It's high in phytonutrients that can ward of several health problems.
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2 Chives
Snipping fresh chives adds flavor to omelets and homemade salad dressings. Chives contain a pretty good amount of fiber and vitamin A.
3 Thyme
Thyme leaves are rich in many nutrients, including magnesium, selenium, potassium and iron. Use it in meat marinades or tea.
4 Sage
Sage has been linked to increased mental function and it contains many B vitamins. Sage is a great herb to season turkey and chicken with.
5 Dill
I love dill in dips and dressings. It also adds a pleasant taste to tossed salads. Dill loads you up on vitamins A and C.
6 Parsley
What can't you use parsley in? It's great for topping pasta, meat and salad just before serving. Eating parsley provides calcium, iron and potassium.
7 Oregano
If you've never added fresh oregano or lasagna or meatballs, it's time to change that. Oregano is also rich in antioxidants, which fight off free radical damage and helps battle diseases.
8 Marjoram
Marjoram is very high in vitamin C, which boost immunity and protects you from illnesses. Use it in ethnic Mediterranean recipes.
9 Cilantro
Cilantro is perfect for fresh salsa and chicken wraps with Asian flavors. It's also a healthy choice with lots of vitamin A and properties that help control your cholesterol.
10 Peppermint
If you've never had a tall glass of iced tea with fresh mint, you've got to give it a try. Peppermint has antibacterial and antifungal properties as well as lots of antioxidants.
11 Savory
You might not have heard of this herb, but it's great in soups and salads. Savory contains tons of fiber, vitamin A, iron and calcium.
12 Tarragon
Tarragon is great in salads, marinades and bearnaise sauce. It contains a healthy mix of B vitamins, vitamin A and iron.
13 Burdock
If you're a fan of detoxing, you'll love having burdock on hand. It's great in a wide range of dishes.
14 Lavender
Lavender works well in tea and ice cream. It has been proven to aid in sleep and can help decrease bloating.
15 Rosemary
I love how rosemary tastes mixed with garlic and used to flavor pork chops and steak. It contains antioxidants that fight inflammation and has been linked to a boost in memory.
16 Chervil
This herb is commonly used as a garnish and to give French cuisine its flavor. Chervil is great for increasing your fiber and protein intake.
17 Bay Leaves
Bay is perfect for pumping up the flavor of stews and soups. It has been linked to diabetes control and fight inflammation.
18 Epazote
You may never have heard of epazote, but you are going to love it. You can find it in many Mexican dishes and it's been linked to weight control and a boost to immunity.
19 Sorrel
Sorrel is said to boost bone health and lower blood pressure. Use it in your favorite mug of tea.
20 Lemongrass
Lemongrass is full of vitamin A, potassium and calcium. Use it to add flavor to your favorite stir-fry recipes.
21 Fennel
Toss fennel into soups, stews and fish marinades. Along with a great flavor, you'll also get potassium, folate and vitamin C.
Which of these herbs do you like to cook with? Are you planning to start an herb garden now?
