Lemon thyme

+Description

Lemon thyme, a family member of the mints is the leaf of a low-growing shrub. The herb has tiny greyish-green leaves with a subtle, dry aroma lemon flavour.

+Availability

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Lemon thyme is available from Israel.

+Main nutrients

Calcium, Fiber, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium Potassium, Zinc Vitamin A, B6 and C.

Main varieties

Lemon thyme

The lemon thyme has tiny greyish-green leaves with a subtle, dry aroma lemon flavour.
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Thyme

Thyme might be beneficial for the treatment of sore throats, infected gums, headaches, coughs, colds.
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Preparation

Dried lemon thyme does not need any preparation. Fresh lemon thyme should be washed before adding it fresh or cooked to a dish.

Consumption

Lemon thyme is used fresh or dried in cooked recipes. Lemon thyme is also sometimes used in salads and sauces.

When to eat

Fresh lemon thyme can be kept for a short time in the refrigerator, or for a longer period in the freezer. Dried lemon thyme can be kept at room temperature.

Did you know?

In medieval times, women would often give knights and warriors thyme leaves as it was believed to bring courage.
Lemon thyme was also used as incense and placed on coffins during funerals as it was supposed to assure passage into the next life.
It was thought that the spread of lemon thyme throughout Europe was thanks to the Romans as they used it to purify their rooms.

Lemon thyme

+Description

+Availability

+Main nutrients

Main varieties

Lemon thyme

Thyme

Preparation

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