Did you know that a half teaspoon of dried oregano has the antioxidant benefits of a spinach salad? It does! And aside from it’s super high levels of antioxidants, it also acts as an expectorant – clearing congestion – and it can also improve digestion!
I use dried oregano a lot in sauces, soups and stir fries, but I don’t think I have ever had fresh oregano in a meal until this past weekend when my husband made quite possibly the best greek salad I have ever had. Let me tell you – I have SO been missing out. The fresh oregano, dill and parsley gave the salad SUCH incredible flavor along with a powerful boost of antioxidants. I am officially all about the fresh (and dried) oregano now!
Are you a fan of oregano? What are your favorite uses for it?
We also use oregano a lot in our salads and soups but I didnt know that its so healthy….yay! Such a good news and I totally agree that fresh herbs are so much better:) Kisses and hugs, sweetie
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This is amazing news!!
I had no idea oregano was so healthy! That’s good to know; I use it a lot in soups and on chicken.
I love Oregano but I honestly don’t think I’ve ever had it fresh…sounds like I have been missing out!
I love oregano and use it all the time in soups, sauces, and over chicken dishes. I had no idea all the health benefits! And I usually use dried, but I agree that it has SO much more flavor when it’s fresh.
I’m not sure what I use it for, but I do feel like it goes in a lot of recipes!
yummmm I LOVE oregano on Italian Food and Salads! I want to try Dylan’s greek salad!
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wow that sounds yummy. I am such a huge fan of greek salads but I must say I have never made one with fresh oregano. In fact I usually use the dried stuff. I would love to make dishes with fresh oregano. Lucky you-your hubby sounds like he cooks pretty well.
I’m a huge fan of greek salad and oregano!
looking forward to this Greek salad when you visit..lol..:)XO
Fresh Oregano is AMAZING, and Fresh herbs in a greek salad put it over the top…it will be made often now, with Fresh Herbs on full blast
For loving fresh herbs so much, I don’t cook with them as much as I should! That salad looks amazing! And I had no idea oregano had those health benefits.