Edible Flowers

By MarieR

Southern Living Magazine, March 2017, Page 36.

EDIBLE flowers are like herbs-but with colorful petals. Like spices, flowers can add flavor and aroma to food or simply make beautiful

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Ingredients

Marigolds;
Dianthus;
Zinnias;
Bachelor's Buttons;
Tuberous Begonias (Only the petals are edible).
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Details

Adapted from southernlivinmg.com

Preparation

Step 1

Marigolds
Also called poor man's saffron, these spicy, herbal flowers can sub for tarragon in a pinch.

Dianthus
This fragrant flower with a floral taste makes a pretty cake embellishment.

Zinnias
Bitter tasting, these are best used as a garnish or mixed in with lettuces. They're easy to grow and available in a rainbow of colors.

Bachelor's Buttons
They have a mild grassy or clove-like flavor and are delicious in salads.

Tuberous Begonias Their citrusy flavor is perfect for soups and salads. Warning: Only the petals are edible.