We're writing this having just enjoyed a macro bowl full of raw veggies topped off with black seed oil – the perfection of a recipe. A macro bowl is one to sustain and strengthen your body. It's what we crave anytime life feels even slightly off-kilter.
For us, the trick is to retain surprise and novelty, no matter how many macro bowls or Buddha bowls we enjoy. The intensely peppery taste of black seed oil is a wonderful thing to have in your store cupboard. It lingers with you long after you've finished eating, continuing to stimulate and energize.
Uses of black seed oil
Not to mention that black seed oil supports your immune system thanks to the valuable thymoquinone it contains. Thymoquinone is why ancient healers used Nigella sativa or black cumin for all manner of ailments, and it's what modern scientists are now studying. Among its many benefits are hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory properties (1).
Chickpeas are the ultimate comfort food, making the perfect base of healthy carbohydrates and protein. Then, all that's left is to build beautifully balanced layers of flavour and texture on top.
The carrot ribbons and red cabbage bring colour and vital vitamin C and K, and alpha and beta carotene. They also provide a beautifully crisp contrast to the other textures in the recipe. We love how the delicate layers of mini cabbages like Brussels sprouts work alongside them. Check out our article on black seed oil dosage to discover the right amount of black seed oil to incorporate into your daily routine.
