Safflower is a tall plant with spiked leaves and yellow or orange flowers. The flowers were used as a dye for clothing in ancient Egypt. Today, some people use safflower petals as a substitute for saffron, a yellow spice that’s often used to color and flavor rice dishes. Safflower seeds are also used to produce safflower oil. Packed with vitamin E, this high-oleic oil makes a great oil to cook with at high heats.
