Let’s talk radishes. I’m going to be honest. I never liked radishes until we started growing them. They were always too spicy on the veggie tray. I preferred all the other veggies – carrots, cucumbers, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, peppers, even mushrooms. And I thought that was the only way to eat them. I…
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Turnips. Do you eat them? Are you like I used to be and wonder how to eat them? You may want to peel them first, then enjoy them… raw, roasted, steamed, grilled, even sautéed. Our white salad turnips are so good, we like to slice them and eat them raw. We also love them…
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The First Romaine of the Season (and Finally — That Salad Recipe!) We are so excited to share that the first romaine of the season is ready — and it’s looking beautiful! If you’ve been waiting for that signature crunch and sweetness, your wait is over. We’ll have plenty at the farmers market this Saturday,…
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It’s soup season! I enjoy soups, and the best ones are made with fresh ingredients. I bet you agree. The only reason why I don’t make soups loaded with fresh veggies more often is because of the time they take to prepare. My family’s favorite soup is Pot Herb Soup I’ve been wanting…
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Summer is here, and if your family is like ours, that means more picnics. There’s something about eating on a blanket in an open grassy area that is refreshing. My kids love to picnic in the back yard, and it is extra exciting to picnic at any park possible. These are some of our…
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You want to eat healthy, but sometimes you get in a rut. Eating the same foods over and over again can get boring. If you’re like me, you want simple meals loaded with health benefits and exploding with flavor. Here are some ideas to delight your tastebuds while eating salad… Start with a quality…
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We love Mexican food at our house. Every Tuesday is taco night, and we regularly have enchiladas or a taco/nacho bar when friends are coming over. This quinoa salad is my favorite summer potluck salad. It’s flavorful, nutritious, and filling. Fresh cilantro and scallions add so much zesty flavor. It’s got quinoa and beans for…
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Brassicas are known to be some of the most nutritious veggies available. So, what are they and what makes them so good for you? Kale and broccoli are probably the most popular ones, and you’re probably familiar with some of the others too – cabbage cauliflower, bok choy, collard greens arugula mustard greens Brussel sprouts,…
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The Asian Greens Mix is full of flavor. So what’s in it? I’m so glad you asked. 🙂 Chinese non-heading cabbage Japanese spinach Red Pac Choi This blend is mild, yet tender and flavorful. It’s my mom’s favorite salad mix. She honestly doesn’t care much for our lettuce mix, but LOVES the…
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My friend Joy laughs at me because I eat our spinach straight out of the bag. At my kids’ co-op we bring lunch from home. I have trained my kids to pack their own lunch. (This is awesome.) I usually just grab a bag of spinach for myself. I like salads, but eating spinach straight…
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