Meadow sage

Salvia pratensis

herb

Gathered for cooking in the Biellese, in Piedmont: a new use, born of the revival of wild cooking.

Origin

Europe (Piedmont)

Where to find it

It is found on limestone banks and sunny slopes, from Burgundy to the Alps.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The young leaves are chopped in small amounts, like sage, and flavor an omelet or risotto at the end of cooking.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Rosmarinic acid · Lutein and zeaxanthin · Chlorophyll

Did you know?

It is the blue sage of Europe's dry meadows.