Happy Herbs Italian Vinaigrette

July 29th, 2017 by

Happy Herbs Italian Vinaigrette is no ordinary Italian salad dressing.  This creamy herbal vinaigrette has a beautiful bold flavor with its mixture of simple, healthy ingredients: miso, hummus, white balsamic vinegar, lemon, lime, olive oil and Herbes de Provence (thyme, fennel, basil, savory, lavender). Enjoy on traditional greens with tomatoes, red onion, carrots and sunflower seeds, or with your favorite salad creation. Also enjoy as a vegetable dip by using a little less vinegar to thicken it. Here’s to your health and culinary enjoyment!

Rainbow Chard Smoothie

January 19th, 2017 by

Swiss chard leaves contain at least 13 different polyphenol antioxidants, including syringic acid which offers blood sugar regulating properties. Mangoes boast over 20 vitamins and minerals, being especially high in vitamins C and A. Lemons contain unique flavonoid compounds that have antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. Ginger helps with gastrointestinal relief and has anti-inflammatory properties. Of course, these are just a few highlights. There are so many other benefits as well! Enjoy!

 

Sweet Orange Green Drink

July 30th, 2016 by

I love veggies morning noon or night. When I am not hungry and just feel like a refreshing drink, I am so excited to have this boost of the most awesome nutrients in such a tasty drink.

I asked John if he would like to try my green drink.

He said, NO WAY, that he tried making a green drink once and it was disgusting. He blended a ton of kale with a little water and nothing else. Well, no wonder.

This green drink is a juicy blend of green apple, lemon, orange, a nice dark leafy green, pea shoots, celery, cucumber, and broccoli stem.

Enjoy!

 

 

Red Potatoes with Braising Greens

June 2nd, 2015 by

Braising greens are packed with nutrients, and when finely chopped, can be added to lots of dishes and enjoyed even by young ones.

We received our braising greens in a bundle from our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share. If you don’t see them in your local store, you can easily substitute swiss chard, kale or any other dark leafy greens you’d like to try.

Tuscan Kale and Barley Salad

October 23rd, 2014 by

I threw this hearty salad together last night with ingredients we had on hand and we enjoyed it with baked halibut.  It is also substantial enough to be served as a meal on its own.  It is highly versatile–you can add practically any veggies, fruits, nuts and even beans that you have on hand. It tastes even better the next day, as the dressing mellows the kale. I went to bed last night looking forward to this salad and enjoyed it again for breakfast.