We're halfway into 2022 & if you haven't made a resolution to eat clean; welcome to Pluckk - we sow the seeds so you can reap the benefits of plant-based nutrition!

Choose from a wide range of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, delivered to your doorstep within 24 hours. Grown using Non- GMO seeds, our produce is harvested only after you place an order with us. 

What is Dill?
A member of the Parsley & Celery family, Dill is native to Western Asia/ the Eastern Mediterranean region and is widely cultivated in India, Europe & North America. With fern-like dark green leaves, Dill is known for its fresh & citrusy herbaceous zing.

It is utilized in many cuisines across the globe for its grassy taste and medicinal properties: the ability to manage weight, reduce cholesterol levels and improve heart & bone health.   

Things you didn’t know about Dill!
The word ‘Dill’ has an interesting etymology and is thought to have originated from the Norse word 'dylle', meaning ‘to soothe or lull’; for Dill is great for curing stomach ailments. 

It dates back to almost 3000 BC where it is mentioned in Egyptian medical texts. The Egyptians used it to ward off evil and as an aphrodisiac; whereas, the Romans considered it to be a sign of good luck. The Greeks believed it to bring wealth. 

Today, Dill is poised as an effective anti-bacterial, breath freshener and digestive. It is consumed in various forms (Fresh, Dried, Pickled and Oil) and is rich in Calcium, Vitamins (A & C), Manganese, Iron & Folates. 

Simple ways to cook Dill:
We’ve got a ton of ideas for you to choose from. Read on!

• Roast it with Potatoes: Coat Baby Potatoes with olive oil, chopped garlic, salt, pepper and dill leaves and bake to perfection. 
• Throw it in a Salad: Add this fresh herb to salads to liven it up. 
• Make dips with it: Add Dill leaves to make lip-smacking dips like Raita, Tzatziki and Cream Cheese Dip & Pesto.
  
• Stir Fry: One can add Dill leaves to Stir fry and curries. 
• Pickling: Pickling is an easy way to preserve produce, especially cucumbers. Always remember to use dill with a 50/50 brining solution of vinegar and water with spices (fennel, coriander, pepper & cinnamon)

How to pick Dill? 
While selecting Dill, experts recommend choosing leaves that are fully green and not wilted. Smelling the leaves for signs of freshness goes a long way in picking the best greens.

The above guide will help you amp up your ‘green goals’ this season and tease your taste buds with the right notes!