Sage

Estimated Inventory, lb : 26.83
This item was last sold on : 07/01/25

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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.

Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering	San Diego CA	619-436-7006
Busy Bee Cook For Me	San Diego CA	858-405-5372
Counterpoint	San Diego CA	619-564-6722
WineSellar & Brasserie	San Diego CA	858-450-9557
Great Maple Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
Claytons Bakery & Bistro	Coronado CA	619-435-5425
Venissimo Cheese Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-491-0708
Maderas Golf Club	Poway CA	858-451-8100
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Huntress (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Wildland	Carlsbad CA	619-385-0914
Understory	San Diego CA	516-507-0101
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	310-955-6333
Selva Coffee	San Diego CA	619-585-1118
Sonny's Pizza	San Diego CA	619-432-1838
Moniker Coffee Company (Bar)	San Diego CA	916-945-6721
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
Small Barn	Temecula CA	951-225-2822
Nomad Donuts	San Diego CA	619-431-5000
Chocolate Bar	Carlsbad CA	442-500-2007

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Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	508-320-6644
Juniper & Ivy Bar	San Diego CA	858-481-3666
Mister A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
American Pizza Manufacturing	La Jolla CA	858-246-6756
Toast Catering	San Diego CA	619-795-9135
Carte Hotel	San Diego CA	619-365-1858
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Mister A's Bar	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Cove House	La Jolla CA	858-999-0034
Coffee and Tea Collective-UT (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-564-8086
LANA	Solana Beach CA	602-758-2596
Royal Polaris Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-226-8030
Harley Gray Kitchen and Bar	San Diego CA	619-840-7000
Espadin	Temecula California	951-383-5585
Huntress	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
RoVino Rotisserie + Wine	San Diego CA	619-972-6286
Pacific Yacht Agents	Los Angeles CA	808-214-0970
UCSD Food & Nutrition Department Hillcrest	San Diego CA	619-380-9840
Darshan Bakery (Del Mar)	Del Mar CA	858-925-7223
Make Stuff Good	San Diego CA	949-547-9470
Gravity Heights Mission Valley	San Diego CA	619-384-5993
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-884-5350
Searcher Sportfishing	San Diego CA	619-861-4640
Ridgeview Health Center	San Diego CA	858-293-3950
Hotel Republic San Diego	San Diego CA	951-756-9357
Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20)	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
The Whaling Bar (Bar)	La Jolla CA	858-355-9218
The Shores	La Jolla CA	858-459-8271
Portside Pier (TopSail)	San Diego CA	858-268-1030
Lovesong	San Diego CA	602-502-3460
The Crack Shack Costa Mesa	Costa Mesa CA	951-808-7790
The Seabird Resort	Oceanside CA	442-222-9505
Huntress (Banquet)	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Park Commons - ARE	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Alchemy Roasters	San Diego CA	916-718-2606
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Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
Farmer and The Seahorse	San Diego CA	619-302-3682
My Chef	San Diego CA	916-217-0049
Reata Glen	Ladera Ranch CA	949-545-2250
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Pure Meal Prep SD	San Diego CA	209-485-4861
Moniker Cocktail Co.	San Diego CA	858-337-9716
Cellar Hand	San Diego CA	334-689-2388
The Pearl Hotel Bar	San Diego CA	877-732-7573
Le Papagayo (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-944-8252
Hotel Indigo	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
Bencotto Italian Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-822-5493
Mission Pacific	Oceanside CA	760-450-7864
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Sbicca Del Mar	Del Mar CA	619-417-2587
Nolita Hall	San Diego CA	619-618-8820
Javier Plascencia	Bonita CA	619-295-3172
The Kitchen at MCASD	La Jolla CA	619-880-8719
Vulture / Dreamboat	San Diego CA	858-342-3609
Rustic Root	San Diego CA	619-232-1747
Born & Raised	San Diego CA	619-944-1631
Ciccia Osteria	San Diego CA	619-674-4069
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
The Crack Shack-San Diego	San Diego CA	619-795-3299
The Crack Shack-Encinitas	Encinitas CA	877-230-1871
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Burgo Direct	Chula Vista CA	619-793-2325
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The Remy	San Diego CA	619-886-1358
Davanti Enoteca Little Italy	San Diego CA	619-237-9606
Side Bar	San Diego CA	619-348-6138
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Tahona (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-573-0289
Miho (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
Marisi La Jolla	La Jolla CA	951-852-6730
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Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Sage. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Katie at the Kitchen Door		Butternut Squash Carbonara with Fried Sage and Caramelized Onions
Simply Delicious		Baked Risotto with Butternut, Pine Nuts & Sage
Mycopia		Mushroom and Parsnip Hash
Food For My Family		Honey Roasted Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Crispy Sage
A Wicked Whisk		Sage Biscuits
La Cucina Italiana		Ricotta Gnocchi with Caesar's Mushroom
Sweet Peas and Saffron		One-Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apples, Sage and Root Vegetables
Feasting at Home		Cauliflower Grating with Garlic and Sage
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Cranberry Sage Moscow Mules
Don't Go Bacon My Heart		Sage and Cranberry Turkey Meatballs

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Two Peas and Their Pod		Pumpkin Pizza with Crispy Sage
Juls' Kitchen		Fried sage leaves
Delish Knowledge		Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna
The Cozy Apron		Autumn Lasagna
Recipes, Food & Cooking		Pumpkin Stuffed Bread
Horse and Heels		Buttery Pumpkin Pasta
Framed Cooks		Chicken Scallopine with Lemon Butter Sage Sauce
Seasons And Suppers		Pork Loin With Wine And Herb Gravy
A Brown Table		Honey Sage Turmeric with Wings
Holly & Flora		Bourbon & Spiced Pear Cocktail
No. 2 Pencil		Slow Cooker Stuffing
Urban Bliss Life		Pesto Caprese Tartines
Alexandra's Kitchen		Rotini with Butternut Sage Sauce
Slow Cooker Gourmet		Slow Cooker Sage Butter Chicken with Lemon Pasta
Urban Bliss Life		Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwich
Cooking For Keeps		Triple Mushroom Lasagna with Ricotta, Sage & Fontina
Flavor the Moments		Sage Focaccia Bread
The View from Great Island		Fried Sage and Manchego Cheese Rolls
Not Eating Out In New York		Lemony Grits with Baby Carrots and Sage
Beyond Kimchee		Cauliflower & Hazelnut Soup with Fried Sage
sandhya's Kitchen		SAGE AND ONION STUFFING BALLS
She Wears Many Hats		White Bean and Roasted Mushroom Soup
Top with Cinnamon		Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Wild Garlic and Sage Pesto