Description
Add a subtle onion flavour to your dishes with our chives, perfect for garnishing salads, soups, baked potatoes, or incorporating into creamy sauces. Available in our Local Farm Shop in Bellaghy, Mid Ulster Area.
🌿 Chives 100g Bag – Herb Description & Uses
Here’s a flavorful snapshot of what you get with a 100g bag of chives:
🧄 Product Overview
- Type: Dried or fresh herb from the Allium family (related to onions, garlic, leeks)
- Appearance: Slender, hollow green blades with a vibrant hue
- Flavour: Mild onion taste with a hint of garlic; grassy and delicate
- Texture: Fine and soft, blends easily into dishes
🍽️ Culinary Uses
- Sprinkle over baked potatoes, scrambled eggs, or soups
- Mix into creamy sauces, dips, or salads
- Ideal for garnishing quiches, bagels with cream cheese, or seafood dishes
- Best added at the end of cooking to preserve flavour and colour
🧪 Nutritional Highlights (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~261 kcal |
| Protein | ~25 g |
| Fibre | ~41.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~10.6 g |
| Sugars | ~10.5 g |
| Fat | ~4.2 g |
| Salt | ~0.05 g |
✅ Dietary Info
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
- Naturally gluten-free
- May contain traces of nuts, seeds, or gluten depending on packaging
📦 Packaging & Storage
- Comes in a resealable bag to maintain freshness
- Store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate after opening
- Shelf-stable and easy to portion
If you’re looking to elevate your cooking with a subtle aromatic touch, chives are a must-have herb.
