Dill has extraordinary antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Let's see together what are its benefits and how to use it. Dill is an aromatic herb whose leaves or seeds can be used, which have different organoleptic properties. Notably, while dill leaves have a sweet taste, the seeds have a slight hint of citrus and are similar to cumin seeds.
How to grow dill in pots
For those who want to always have fresh dill available, the dill plant can also be grown in pots. It will be sufficient to plant the seeds at a depth of about 3 cm, covered with soil and possibly adding fertilizer.It is important that the plant is well exposed to the sun and is constantly hydrated, as soon as the soil is dry. After about 6-8 weeks from sowing, it will be possible to harvest the leaves.
Health and beneficial properties of dill
In addition to being useful for flavoring foods, dill has excellent properties and health benefits. Let's see some of them.
Dill is rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids, terpenoids and tannins, associated with a lower risk of chronic diseases and greater cardiovascular, mental health and longevity.
Thanks to the presence of monoterpenes, it reduces the risk of colon, lung and breast cancer.
Promotes bone health, thanks to the presence of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.
Improves cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Improve blood sugar levels.
It has antibacterial properties.
Counteracts menstrual pains.
Recipes with dill
Dill in the kitchen is quite versatile, in fact, the taste of dill is similar to fennel and anise and can be used to enhance the flavors of foods and reduce the consumption of salt. Both dried leaves and seeds can be used and is well suited for flavoring soups, vegetables, salads, potatoes, salmon, eggs, pickles, yoghurt-based sauces and marinades.
There are several recipes with dill, among the most popular, the combination with salmon is certainly included. In order to always have it available, you can use dry dill, useful to keep in the pantry all year round.
Curiosities about dill
Dill was much loved in ancient Rome and was used a lot especially by gladiators, as it was believed to have useful properties to increase physical strength. In Roman times, dill seeds were used as a kind of chewing gum to freshen the breath.
In the United States, dill seeds were given to children to chew to keep them calm during church services and were therefore called meeting seeds.
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