Recipes with Camelina Oil
- Huilerie Oléa
- Oct 17
- 2 min read
Still little-known, camelina oil truly deserves a place in our kitchens! Rich in omega-3 and featuring a delicate, slightly herbal flavor, it enhances cold dishes and can also be used as a finishing touch on warm meals. Here are some delicious ideas for incorporating this precious oil into your diet, along with an easy and tasty recipe to try.
Why Add Camelina Oil to Your Recipes?
Camelina oil offers many benefits:
🌿 Exceptionally rich in omega-3: A real boost for heart and brain health.
🌿 Mild, plant-based flavor: Perfect for enhancing salads or vegetable dishes.
🌿 Stable when cold: Ideal for dressings, marinades, or as a finishing touch after cooking.
Recipe Ideas with Camelina Oil
Quick Camelina Oil VinaigretteMix 2 tablespoons of camelina oil, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon of whole-grain mustard, salt, and pepper. Delicious on raw vegetables or a lentil salad.
Steamed Vegetables with a Drizzle of Camelina OilSimply drizzle camelina oil over your steamed vegetables for a healthy, flavorful touch.
Plain Yogurt with Camelina OilAdd a few drops of camelina oil to plain yogurt with a pinch of salt and fresh herbs for a light sauce or an original dip.
Recipe: Quinoa, Avocado & Camelina Oil Salad
Ingredients:
100 g quinoa
1 ripe avocado
A handful of arugula
A few cherry tomatoes
1 tablespoon sunflower or pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons camelina oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt, pepper
Preparation:
Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions, then let it cool.
Cut the avocado and cherry tomatoes.
In a salad bowl, mix the quinoa, avocado, tomatoes, and arugula.
Prepare a dressing with camelina oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Pour over the salad, add the seeds, and toss before serving.
Camelina oil is perfect for healthy, modern, and flavorful cooking. It brings a unique nutritional and aromatic touch to your dishes — don’t hesitate to try it and create your own recipes!!
