| Production Country |
India |
| Weight (kg) |
0.1 |
Basil seeds aren't just for growing basil plants — you can also eat them.Basil seeds contain soluble fiber, which may promote gut health, blood sugar control, healthy cholesterol levels, and appetite control. In the food industry, the pectin-rich gum from basil seeds can help thicken and stabilize food mixtures like salad dressings and ice cream. It can be used at home as well. Basil seeds are rich in plant compounds, including flavonoids, which may provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anticancer benefits. However, human studies are needed. Basil seeds have long been a popular ingredient in drinks in India and Southeast Asia. Now other parts of the world — including the United States — are starting to sell bottled basil seed beverages, which are rich in healthy fiber.
Just 1 tablespoon (13 grams or 0.5 ounces) of basil seeds could supply most or all of your daily need for ALA omega-3 fat.
Ways to Use ThemYou can find recipes online that include basil seeds. Their bland flavor blends easily in dishes.
For example, you can use basil seeds in:
smoothiesmilkshakeslemonade and other drinkssoupssalad dressingsyogurtpuddinghot cereal like oatmealwhole-grain pancakeswhole-grain pasta dishesbread and muffinsWhen using basil seeds in baked goods, you can grind them and use them to replace part of the flour rather than adding them soaked.
Alternately, you can use soaked basil seeds to replace eggs in baked goods. Use 1 tablespoon (13 grams or 0.5 ounces) of basil seeds soaked in 3 tablespoons (1.5 ounces or 45 ml) of water to replace 1 egg.
Key Features
Good Source of Minerals..
Packed with Fiber
Support gut health
Aid blood sugar control
Rich in Plant Compounds
Fun and Fibrous Beverage Ingredient
Plant Source of Omega-3 Fat
