Chives

Description :

Chives are a mild, onion-flavoured herb with long, slender green stems. Often used as a garnish or in fresh dishes, they add a delicate, slightly sharp flavour to soups, salads, baked potatoes, and dips. Chives are commonly incorporated into creamy spreads, dressings, and omelette.

🌿 Chives – Health Benefits & Calories

Calories: Only 30 calories per 100g – super low calorie! 🥄

Rich in Vitamin K 🦴 Supports bone health and helps with blood clotting.

Boosts Immunity 💪 Packed with vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system

Full of Antioxidants 🛡️ Contains flavonoids and Sulfur compounds that fight oxidative stress and inflammation.

Supports Digestion 🍽️ A good source of fibre for healthy digestion.

Promotes Heart Health ❤️ Sulfur compounds may help lower cholesterol and improve circulation.

Anti-inflammatory 🔥 Quercetin in chives helps reduce inflammation and supports joint health.

Low in Calories, Big in Flavour 🌱Adds a burst of flavour to dishes without adding many calories, making it great for weight management!

✂️ How to Prepare Your Chives:

1. Rinse under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.

2. Pat dry gently with a clean towel or paper towel.

3. Trim the ends if they look dry or wilted.

4. Chop finely using kitchen scissors or a sharp knife — cut them into small pieces for the best flavour release.

🍽️ How to Use:

• Sprinkle on top of soups, eggs, potatoes, salads, or pasta.

• Mix into cream cheese, butter, dips, or dressings.

• Add last – chives are delicate and best added at the end of cooking to preserve flavour and nutrients.

🧈 Chive & Garlic Compound Butter

A super easy way to use chives that adds big flavour to toast, veggies, potatoes, or grilled meats!

Ingredients:

• 100g (about 1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened

• 2–3 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

• 1 garlic clove, minced (optional for extra flavour)

• Salt to taste (about 1/4 tsp)

• Optional: a pinch of black pepper or lemon zest

Instructions:

1. Soften the butter until it’s easily spreadable (leave it at room temp for 15–20 mins).

2. Mix the butter with chopped chives, garlic, salt, and any optional add-ins.

3. Spoon onto parchment paper or plastic wrap, shape into a log, and roll it up.

4. Chill in the fridge until firm (about 1 hour).

5. Slice and serve on warm bread, roasted veg, steak, baked potatoes — anything!

✅ Keeps in the fridge for a week
✅ Freezes beautifully
✅ Elegant & easy flavour boost