Small but Mighty… Micro Herbs Jump to recipes Micro herbs are just seedlings and are harvested well before they become mature plants. Studies show that younger versions of the plants, such as micro radish, can be more concentrated in important nutrients including vitamin C, beta carotene and vitamin K. Since micro herbs are harvested when…
The Sweet Taste of Wimbledon Strawberries and cream are synonymous with Wimbledon. Every year, tennis fans who visit the championships snack their way through a mountain-sized 2 million strawberries and 7000 litres of cream in a fortnight. That’s more than 190,000 portions in 14 days! The normal British strawberry season is short and delicious and occurs at exactly the same time as the…
Mediterranean dining The benefits of the way Mediterranean families dine and eat have long been spoken by chefs, nutritionists and those lucky enough to live in such a location. High in vegetables, fish and unsaturated fats the food has long been linked with good health. “A healthy diet isn’t just about what we eat but…
Tomato, peach and basil salad Total Time: 10 mins Serves: 4 Try out this delicious twist on a salad using in season peaches (or nectarines). Recipe adapted from Good Housekeeping 75 calories per portion Ingredients 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 tbsp red wine vinegar Salt and pepper 450g. tomatoes 450g peaches or nectarines 2 tbsp.…
What to make with your box contents w/c 3 July Be creative and adapt recipes to suit what you have in your fridge and store cupboard. Recipes based on a medium seasonal box contents. Peach and plum salad Total time: 15 mins Serves 4-6 Red wine vinegar balances the sweetness of ripe fruit, while coriander…