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.
- 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
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, whole leaf savory, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- 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.
- 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
- In a bowl, mix chicken, whole leaf savory, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- 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.
- 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
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and add ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 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.
- 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
- In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add lentils, vegetable broth, whole leaf savory, cumin, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
- 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.
- 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
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Stir in whole leaf savory, spinach, and bell pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour in the egg mixture.
- 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.
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and return to the pot, then mash with olive oil, whole leaf savory, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 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.
- 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
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, whole leaf savory, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- 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.
- 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
- Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté zucchini and cherry tomatoes until tender.
- 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.
- 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
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, whole leaf savory, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 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.
- 1 head cauliflower, grated into rice-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup whole leaf savory, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add grated cauliflower.
- Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender, then stir in whole leaf savory, salt, and pepper.
- Serve warm as a side dish or base for your favorite protein.