Edible Flowers
Many of the most striking ‘ornamental’ plants are also some of the tastiest. Edible flowers not only add vivid color, but also sweet, tangy, peppery and citrus flavors to salads, desserts and even drinks.
NASTURTIUM
Adds sweet & peppery flavor to salads and the buds can also be pickled
VIOLA
Sweet perfumed flavor great in salads or to decorate drinks & frosted cakes
MARIGOLD
Adds a spicy, citrus flavor to salads
BACHELOR'S BUTTON
Has a sweet, spicy, clovelike flavor perfect for use as a garnish
CALENDULA
Adds spicy, tangy and peppery flavors to soups and rice & pasta dishes
DIANTHUS
Has a clove/Nutmeg like flavor used to decorate cakes and steep in wine.
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