Can you imagine a car without a steering wheel or a radio without speakers? That's what many summer herb gardens are like. They are incomplete. Here are 7 easy to grow herbs you should have in your garden to make the most of your summer cooking.
1. Sweet basil - to pair with tomatoes, to make pesto and to pep up salads.
2. Cilantro (coriander) - to liven up salsa's, sambals and salads.
3. Mint (any mint you like) - to make refreshing summer drinks.
4. Arugula (rocket) - to add distinctive flavour to any salad.
5. Oregano (and/or marjoram) - to add a new dimension to your summer braai (bbq) dishes.
6. Dill - to pair with cucumbers and beetroot and to liven up your salads.
7. Flat-leaf parsley - to compliment and bring out the flavours of all of the above.
If you are not into growing you can buy all the above at your local supermarket.
See Your First Herb Garden for an easy step-by-step guide to starting your herb garden.
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