Basil Flavor Oil, Natural

We all know basil is a great addition to natural, herbaceous recipes. Basil is known as the royal herb or the king of herbs, and we think that’s quite fitting because of its mighty taste and its commanding flavor. Basil comes in several different variations, but sweet basil, Thai basil, and lemon basil are the most common varieties that you’ll come across. Basil can be used in anything from pesto, to pasta, to caprese salads. Basil is used widely through the Mediterranean and in also Southeast Asia for traditional recipes and dishes. In Vietnam, basil is used as a delicious and fragrant garnish on pho, a national noodle soup.

Nowadays, we’re taught that any leafy green that can be found in the produce aisle in the supermarket is healthy for you and, really, that’s not too far from the truth. Green plants like kale, swiss chard, dandelion greens, spinach, collard greens, and herbs like basil contain good-for-you things like iron, Vitamins K and C, as well as folate and calcium. Not only that, but leafy greens contain fiber and that’s great for you, too. Nature’s Flavors Basil Flavor Oil contains antioxidants, which help to fight free-radical damage in the body. Different types of antioxidants can be found in anything from leafy cruciferous vegetables, to fruit, to chocolate, to wine, and more.

Basil Flavor Oil Soluble contains sunflower oil and natural flavors.