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The transition from spring to summer seems just as dazzling as in animated movies, where fairies and butterflies start frolicking over the blossoming blooms and the sun is ever so shiny.
But the seasonal changes also invite problems with allergies and illnesses. Also the rising temperatures and susceptibility to UV rays. To combat these allergies and live the season to its fullest, it is always beneficial to include seasonal herbal delicacies in regular meals.
With summer herbs like basil, mint, thyme, rosemary and so on, you can add more flavour to your recipes and enhance their nutrient power. The ecipes tried with these hebs not only help build immunity against seasonal changes and allergens, but they also hydrate the body and prepare it to face the ever increasing temperatures. From drinks to savoury dishes, check out these amazing herbal creations that can glorify your summer table.
7 Recipes To Try With Herbs
1) Herbal Potatoes
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Boiled potatoes glazed with herby butter become a satisfactory addition to the table and go well with a variety of dishes. The edges turn deliciously crispy as the chopped boiled potatoes slowly simmer in the flavoured butter.
2) Mixed-Berry-Basil Cheese Pie
Cheese pies with a mild savoury taste like goat cheese, ricotta, brie and whipped cheese go extremely well with herbs like basil, rosemary and thyme and complement the sweetness of fruits. Use all the summer berries, like blueberry, strawberry and raspberry, to make a mixed berry pie.
3) Herbal Cheesy Dips
Cheesy dips are a great addition to a potluck table or charcuterie board. They offer a variety of recipes and present several choices. By using seasonal herbs, you can make different types of dips for the table.
4) Herb Infusions In Cocktails
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Cocktails are the life of the party. Without these refreshing, fizzy alcoholic drinks, no party can start. By including the magic of summer herbs, you can craft many cocktails, including strawberry-basil margaritas, mint juleps, mojito and many more.
5) Spiced Grilled Chicken With Cilantro
Juicy spices grilled chicken, infused with aromatic herbs, lip-smacking spices and a hint of citrus, garnished with fresh cilantro, is a summer potluck delight. Bursting with flavours, this recipe will always make you want to add herbs to your chicken recipes.
6) Herb-Infused Ice Cream
Summer can't go without the chilly goodness of ice cream. When flavoured with fresh herbs like basil and mint, ice creams can be more than just a cold dessert; they can give you the refreshment you need to ward off the heat.
7) Herb Focaccia
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Let the focaccia be your canvas this summer and decorate it with fresh herbs from your garden. Add different herbs together to make your own innovative recipe. Apart from the obvious rosemary, thyme, oregano, cilantro and parsley, you can make it exotic with chamomile and lavender, along with some edible flowers.
With so many possibilities to try with herbs, you can make them a star of your kitchen this season. Enjoy the flavours while savouring the benefits and let the taste buds tingle as you nibble the delicacies one by one.
