SaltWorks Mediterra Mediterranean Sea Salt For Cooking

Sea salt has a different taste and texture than traditional table salt. It is also made differently, as sea salt is produced when sea water evaporates in the sun, and it usually requires little or no processing. Different water sources have varying elements and trace minerals, which can lend added color and flavor to sea salt. Table salt is usually mined from salt deposits in the ground, and has to be processed to get rid of the minerals.

Sea salt and table salt have similar nutritional value, but table salt usually has added iodine, which is important for the thyroid. Both contain about the same amount of sodium.

When choosing the right sea salt for you, consider what you’ll be using it for. This can impact how finely ground a variety you’ll need.

• You can buy fine, extra-fine, coarse-ground, flake and other types of sea salt. Larger pieces can pack more of a flavor punch and give your dishes more texture.
• Himalayan salt has minerals that give it a bold taste, so you might want to try it as a finishing salt. This means that you can use it to add some flavor and texture to a completed recipe.
• The Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest limiting sodium to less than 2,300 milligrams per day. Enjoy your sea salt, but do it in moderation.