The coriander is very popular in the kitchen for its lemon perfume and its leaves are often used to flavor meat dishes, sauces, salsas and marinades. Coriander seeds are also used to flavor rice dishes, pastries and drinks. Coriander is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, iron and potassium. It also contains antioxidants and phytochemical compounds which have anti-inflammatory properties and which can help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases.