Loveage (bunch)

An heirloom culinary herb with a rich celery-like flavor. Fresh lovage adds remarkable depth to soups, salads, stews, and roasted vegetables while providing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant benefits.

Lovage

A Hearty, Old-Fashioned Herb with Rich Celery Flavor

Lovage is one of the great heritage herbs, treasured for centuries for its bold, savory flavor and remarkable versatility. With deep green leaves and hollow stems, lovage offers the taste of celery with hints of parsley and anise, but with a richer and more aromatic character. A little goes a long way, adding wonderful depth to soups, stews, salads, and vegetable dishes.

Flavor

Lovage has a bright, earthy flavor reminiscent of celery, with subtle notes of parsley and fennel. Its leaves are intensely aromatic, making it an excellent herb for enhancing savory dishes without overpowering them.

Culinary Uses

Fresh lovage leaves can be chopped and used much like parsley or celery leaves. Try adding them to:

• Soups and broths
• Potato and bean dishes
• Chicken and vegetable stews
• Egg salads and tuna salads
• Green salads and salad dressings
• Herb butters and pestos
• Tomato sauces and roasted vegetables

The hollow stems can even be used as flavorful stirrers for Bloody Marys and other savory drinks. Lovage pairs especially well with potatoes, carrots, peas, tomatoes, and root vegetables.

Nutrition

Lovage is naturally low in calories and rich in beneficial plant compounds. It provides:

• Vitamin C, which supports immune health
• Vitamin A for healthy eyes and skin
• Potassium for heart and muscle function
• Calcium and magnesium for bone health
• Antioxidants that help protect the body from oxidative stress

Storage

Store fresh lovage in the refrigerator wrapped in a damp towel or place stems in a glass of water. Leaves may also be dried or frozen for year-round use.

From Faircrest Farms

At Faircrest Farms, we grow our lovage using regenerative organic practices to bring you exceptional flavor and freshness. Whether you're making a comforting soup, seasoning roasted vegetables, or discovering this heirloom herb for the first time, lovage adds a distinctive touch that has delighted cooks for generations.