When cooking with herbs and spices you are reducing the sodium and increasing the flavor of your dish.
American Health Rankings 2024 report Louisiana is ranked 45 with adults having high blood pressure. Flavors of Health programs are geared to help people make healthier choices and to improve their lifestyle. One way is using the spice, Dill.
Dill is a common aromatic garden herb that is known for its many culinary properties. Dill has feathery, bright green fronds of long, soft, needlelike leaves with flavored characteristics of anise, parsley, and celery. Fresh or dried dill can be used as a garnish or paired with fish, soups, salads, dressings, potatoes, beans, beets, bell peppers, chicken, cucumber, pickles, sour cream, or yogurt.
Dill has been the most popular spice demonstrated throughout all the different spices that have been highlighted each month. The following recipe is an easy delicious dip to make for any occasion.
Easy Delicious Dill Dip
Ingredients:
1 cup light sour cream 1 cup light mayonnaise 2 tablespoons dried dill weed
2 tablespoons dried minced onion 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
2. Serve with fresh vegetables, chips, crackers, or bread.
This article is written by Markaye Russell, Nutrition and Community Health Agen, Ouachita and Union parishes.
