Healthy Recipes using Whole Leaf Savory

Savory Herb Quinoa Salad

This refreshing quinoa salad is packed with nutrients and flavored with whole leaf savory, making it a perfect light meal or side dish.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, whole leaf savory, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then pour over the salad and toss to combine.

Savory Chicken Skewers

Grilled chicken skewers marinated in a savory herb blend, perfect for a healthy barbecue or meal prep.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Skewers
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix chicken, whole leaf savory, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
  3. Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.

Savory Vegetable Stir-Fry

A colorful and nutritious vegetable stir-fry infused with the aromatic flavor of whole leaf savory.

Ingredients
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
  • 1 tablespoon whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Cooked brown rice for serving
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and add ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  2. Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Stir in whole leaf savory and soy sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes before serving over brown rice.

Savory Lentil Soup

A hearty and nutritious lentil soup enriched with whole leaf savory for a delightful flavor boost.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add lentils, vegetable broth, whole leaf savory, cumin, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until lentils are tender.

Savory Herb Omelette

A protein-packed omelette filled with fresh vegetables and the aromatic flavor of whole leaf savory.

Ingredients
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Stir in whole leaf savory, spinach, and bell pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour in the egg mixture.
  3. Cook until the edges are set, then fold the omelette in half and serve warm.

Savory Sweet Potato Mash

Creamy sweet potato mash infused with whole leaf savory, offering a delicious twist on a classic side dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Drain and return to the pot, then mash with olive oil, whole leaf savory, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Serve warm as a side dish.

Savory Chickpea Salad

A protein-rich chickpea salad with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing highlighted by whole leaf savory.

Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, whole leaf savory, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Savory Whole Wheat Pasta

A wholesome whole wheat pasta dish tossed with fresh vegetables and aromatic whole leaf savory for a healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz whole wheat pasta
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 1 cup zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté zucchini and cherry tomatoes until tender.
  3. Add the cooked pasta and whole leaf savory, tossing to combine and heat through.

Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a nutritious mixture of quinoa, beans, and whole leaf savory for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, whole leaf savory, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture and place them in a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.

Savory Cauliflower Rice

A low-carb alternative to rice, this cauliflower dish is seasoned with whole leaf savory for a flavorful side.

Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower, grated into rice-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add grated cauliflower.
  2. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender, then stir in whole leaf savory, salt, and pepper.
  3. Serve warm as a side dish or base for your favorite protein.