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History/Origin
 Dill is an herb native to southern Russia, western
Africa and the Mediterranean region.
 Dill was mentioned in Egyptian writings over 5,000
years ago. It was referred to as a “soothing medicine.”
 It was popular in the ancient Greek and Roman
cultures, where it was considered a sign of wealth, and
was valued for its many healing properties.
 Early settlers most likely brought dill to
America.
Botanical
 Dill is an aromatic herb.
 It is an annual, self-seeding plant which grows one
to three feet tall.
 The leaves, flowers, and oval flat seeds of the dill
plant are all edible.
 Dill’s green leaves are wispy and fernlike. They have
a soft, sweet taste.
 Dried dill seeds are light brown in
color. They taste similar to caraway
and have a sweet, citrus flavor that is
also slightly bitter.
Nutrition
 Dill seeds were traditionally used to soothe the
stomach after meals. So, place some seeds in a
small dish on the dinner table for all to enjoy.
 It can be a powerful boost for your immune system
and help protect you from excess bone loss.
 Dill provides relief from insomnia and
hiccups, and is good for cleansing the
mouth.
Fun Facts
 Dill was named 2010 Herb of the Year by the
International Herb Association.
 When Edward I of England needed money to repair
the London Bridge, he imposed a tax on dill and
other spices that ships brought into the harbor.
 Dill is commonly associated with the cuisines of
Scandinavia and Germany.
 The flavor of dill weed fades when
cooked, whereas the flavor of dill seed
actually gets stronger.