Our family is eating alongside yours, enjoying the various vegetables as they shift and change throughout the season. When there is bulk produce it means finding creative ways to use it. Since we are a family with a busy schedule, our aim is to come up with quick and simple recipes that are healthy and nourishing.
So, here at our house in greens season, abundant lettuce has been known to go into smoothies (yes, they are good), along with epic salads at every meal made special by adding edible flower petals, toasted seeds, fresh berries and fruits, and fancy homemade herbed dressings. Favourite Greens Smoothie 1 banana 2 cups pear or pineapple juice 1 large handful fresh greens (lettuce, romaine, spinach, kale, pea shoots etc) 1 Tbsp chia seeds or hemp seeds 1 Tbsp almond butter, optional Blend all ingredients in a high powered blender. For a thicker smoothie add ice cubes; for a sweeter smoothie add a second banana and more juice. Serves 2-4. |