Sage

Estimated Inventory, lb : 44.90
This item was last sold on : 07/10/25

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Description/Taste

Sage is a green leafy herb with a bushy growing habit. Its long stems reach over half a meter tall covered in narrow, lance-shaped leaves with silver stems. The leaves measure up to 6 centimeters long and around 1.5 centimeters wide, characterized by their greyish green color, fuzzy texture and silvery bloom. Young leaves may have a purple tint. Sage offers a musky, camphorous aroma and offer an earthy, piney flavor. Sage can be more intensely flavored when dried.

Seasons/Availability

Sage is available year-round with a peak season during the late spring and through the summer months.

Current Facts

Sage, also known as Common Sage or Garden Sage, is botanically classified as Salvia officinalis and belongs to the mint family. In a nod to its medicinal qualities, its genus name is derived from the Latin word for “to be saved.” Sage has been used for medicinal purposes since the time of the pharaohs in Ancient Egypt. It has been called the herb of longevity for its healing properties, its ability to stave off infection and help one’s memory. There are many different varieties and cultivars of Sage, some with fruity fragrances and others meant for use as an ornamental.

Nutritional Value

Sage is an excellent source of vitamin K and a source of fiber, calcium, iron and manganese. The nutrient-dense herb also contains copper, magnesium, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids as well as trace amounts of some B-complex and A vitamins, folate, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. Sage leaves contain flavonoids, volatile oils that include terpines, rosmarinic acid, tannins, camphor, salvene, cineol and pinene.

Applications

Sage should be used sparingly as its flavor can overpower other flavors. Sage can be used fresh though it is often used in cooked applications. Chop fresh leaves for herbed rubs, marinades and dressings. Add fresh leaves to clarified butter for tossing with pastas or blanched vegetables. The aromatic herb pairs well with pork, sausage, and lamb as well as poultry and strong cheeses. Sage can be dried and can be used for tea or ground and used as a spice. Add fresh or dried to stocks, soups, and stews. Store fresh Sage wrapped in a damp towel in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Dried Sage will keep for up to six months in an airtight container.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The Greeks were the first to cultivate Sage and are the ones responsible for the herb we know today. They used the pungent herb for a variety of ailments, from ulcers to snake bites. The Romans considered it a sacred plant and gathering Sage was a ceremonious affair requiring clean clothes and feet and a cutting instrument not made of iron.

Geography/History

Sage is native to the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea, including Spain, Italy, Egypt, Algeria, Turkey, and Greece. The herb dates back more than 4000 years and was included among the main ingredients used to embalm the exalted pharaohs. Sage was popularized by the Greeks and Romans, who introduced the herb to Britain. Its use as a culinary ingredient increased during the Middle Ages. There are several varieties native to Central America that are fruitier and quite dissimilar to Mediterranean Sage. The most common culinary varieties are ‘Summer’ Sage and ‘Winter’ Sage, referring to the season in which they are harvested. Sage grows prolifically in most countries areas around the world and is easy to grow. It’s often planted with other herbs and vegetables as a natural insect repellent. Sage can be spotted at most grocery stores and farmer’s markets.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Busy Bee Cook For Me	San Diego CA	858-405-5372
Snake Oil Cocktail Company LLC	San Diego CA	619-754-4041
Cucina Enoteca (Bar)	Del Mar CA	619-239-2222
Gravity Heights Mission Valley	San Diego CA	619-384-5993
Huntress (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Seneca Bar	San Diego CA	619-588-2411
Sonny's Pizza	San Diego CA	619-432-1838
Venissimo Cheese Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-847-9616
Mister A's Bar	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Huntress	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Manhattan of La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-459-0700
Le Papagayo (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-944-8252
Mabel's Gone Fishing Bar	San Diego CA	619-228-9851
Maderas Golf Club	Poway CA	858-451-8100
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Parkhouse Eatery	San Diego CA	619 295 7275
Rust General Store	San Diego CA	619-295-7878
Hotel Indigo	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
The Crack Shack-San Diego	San Diego CA	619-795-3299
Rustic Root (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-702-5595

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Great Maple Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
Small Barn	Temecula CA	951-225-2822
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Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering	San Diego CA	619-436-7006
Make Stuff Good	San Diego CA	949-547-9470
Selva Coffee	San Diego CA	619-585-1118
Rustic Root	San Diego CA	619-232-1747
Carte Hotel	San Diego CA	619-365-1858
Ciccia Osteria	San Diego CA	619-674-4069
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	310-955-6333
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-884-5350
Burgo Direct	Chula Vista CA	619-793-2325
Trattoria I Trulli	Encinitas CA	760-277-9826
Bencotto Italian Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-822-5493
Moniker Cocktail Co.	San Diego CA	858-337-9716
Shelter / Saloon	Encinitas CA	858-382-4047
Villa Capri Poway	Poway CA	858-391-9400
The Kitchen at MCASD	La Jolla CA	619-880-8719
Cove House	La Jolla CA	858-999-0034
Marisi La Jolla	La Jolla CA	951-852-6730
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
Understory	San Diego CA	516-507-0101
Espadin	Temecula California	951-383-5585
Davanti Enoteca Little Italy	San Diego CA	619-237-9606
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Justin Hoehn	San Diego CA	619 326 8895
Miho (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
RoVino Rotisserie + Wine	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Rustic Root Solana	Solana Beach CA	619-955-5750
Plant Based Meals	San Diego CA	858-255-0590
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Mister A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Claytons Bakery & Bistro	Coronado CA	619-435-5425
Darshan Bakery (Del Mar)	Del Mar CA	858-925-7223
Fox Point Farms (Haven Bar)	Encinitas CA	619-892-0553
Hotel Republic San Diego	San Diego CA	951-756-9357
Cellar Hand	San Diego CA	334-689-2388
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
WineSellar & Brasserie	San Diego CA	858-450-9557
Poseidon on the Beach	Del Mar CA	858-755-9345
Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
Mission Pacific	Oceanside CA	760-450-7864
Pure Meal Prep SD	San Diego CA	209-485-4861
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American Pizza Manufacturing	La Jolla CA	858-246-6756
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Toast Catering	San Diego CA	619-795-9135
Ridgeview Health Center	San Diego CA	858-293-3950
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
The Whaling Bar (Bar)	La Jolla CA	858-355-9218
Sago (Bar)	Encinitas CA	858-382-4047
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Side Bar	San Diego CA	619-348-6138
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Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
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LANA	Solana Beach CA	602-758-2596
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Portside Pier (TopSail)	San Diego CA	858-268-1030
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Il Giardino di Lilli	La Jolla CA	619-467-9897
Counterpoint	San Diego CA	619-564-6722
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Wildland	Carlsbad CA	619-385-0914
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The Shores	La Jolla CA	858-459-8271
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Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Sage. One

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Mycopia		Mushroom and Parsnip Hash
Recipes, Food & Cooking		Pumpkin Stuffed Bread
La Cucina Italiana		Ricotta Gnocchi with Caesar's Mushroom
Feasting at Home		Cauliflower Grating with Garlic and Sage
Katie at the Kitchen Door		Butternut Squash Carbonara with Fried Sage and Caramelized Onions
She Wears Many Hats		White Bean and Roasted Mushroom Soup
Not Eating Out In New York		Lemony Grits with Baby Carrots and Sage
Flavor the Moments		Sage Focaccia Bread
No. 2 Pencil		Slow Cooker Stuffing
Two Peas and Their Pod		Pumpkin Pizza with Crispy Sage

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Top with Cinnamon		Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Wild Garlic and Sage Pesto
Juls' Kitchen		Fried sage leaves
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Cranberry Sage Moscow Mules
Beyond Kimchee		Cauliflower & Hazelnut Soup with Fried Sage
Alexandra's Kitchen		Rotini with Butternut Sage Sauce
The View from Great Island		Fried Sage and Manchego Cheese Rolls
Food For My Family		Honey Roasted Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Crispy Sage
Framed Cooks		Chicken Scallopine with Lemon Butter Sage Sauce
Don't Go Bacon My Heart		Sage and Cranberry Turkey Meatballs
Urban Bliss Life		Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwich
A Wicked Whisk		Sage Biscuits
Sweet Peas and Saffron		One-Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples, Sage and Root Vegetables
sandhya's Kitchen		SAGE AND ONION STUFFING BALLS
Delish Knowledge		Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna
A Brown Table		Honey Sage Turmeric with Wings
The Cozy Apron		Autumn Lasagna
Horse and Heels		Buttery Pumpkin Pasta
Cooking For Keeps		Triple Mushroom Lasagna with Ricotta, Sage & Fontina
Simply Delicious		Baked Risotto with Butternut, Pine Nuts & Sage
Slow Cooker Gourmet		Slow Cooker Sage Butter Chicken with Lemon Pasta
Holly & Flora		Bourbon & Spiced Pear Cocktail
Seasons And Suppers		Pork Loin With Wine And Herb Gravy
Urban Bliss Life		Pesto Caprese Tartines