The “secret” ingredient that adds deep flavour to Italian or Greek dishes, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, pizzas, and vegetables such as beans and zucchini. A light sprinkling over a green salad before dressing it is a tasty enhancement. Oregano does not hold up well to prolonged cooking when used fresh, so add fresh leaves at the end of the cooking process or use dried leaves for sauces or anything that requires lengthy simmering.

Oregano is a rich source of dietary antioxidants, which help protect cells against the effects of free radicals and improve the body's ability to fight infection.