(Zea Mays) A summer favorite that should be enjoyed at every barbeque is fresh corn on the cob. Known as maize by many cultures around the world, corn is a Native American tradition and an icon of American history. When we visualize corn, we see yellow kernels and green husk; however, there are many… Continue Reading
Food & Supplements
Watermelon
(Citrullus Lanatus) Looking for a way to quench your thirst on a hot summer day? Watermelon is the healthiest way to do so. Unlike most fruits, watermelon has a high water content – about 92 percent. So it’s no coincidence that this juicy fruit was named watermelon. Part of the Cucurbitaceae family, watermelon is… Continue Reading
New Dietary Guidelines Aimed at Stemming Obesity Trend
The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee issued its Report earlier this week, providing updated dietary recommendations for Americans. Upon their review, the Secretaries from the Department of Agriculture (USDA ) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will issue its final version, Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, due for release later this year. Since… Continue Reading
Spinach Salad with Strawberries
About 4 Servings Download PDF of Recipe Ingredients: Dressing: 2 Tbsp sesame seeds 1 Tbsp poppy seeds 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 Tbsp honey Pinch of paprika 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1/4 small red onion, diced finely Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salad: 1.5 lb bag… Continue Reading
Fennel
(Foeniculum vulgare) Looking to add a refreshing flavor or crunch to a salad? Fennel is a tasty antioxidant-filled vegetable that can be paired with any fish meal or salad. Also known as finocchio, fennel is a light, crunchy vegetable similar celery, with a taste reminiscent of licorice. Fennel belongs to the Umbellifereae family and is… Continue Reading
Mixed Lettuce, Fennel & Orange Salad
About 4 Servings Download PDF of Recipe Ingredients: Dressing: 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar Juice from 1/2 lemon 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp honey Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salad: 5 oz. package of mixed lettuces (about 4 to 6 handfuls) 1 fennel bulb, trimmed and… Continue Reading
Tabouleh/Tabouli
Ingredients: 1/2 cup bulgur (cracked wheat) 1 bunch flat leaf parsley, (stems removed), finely chopped 3-4 stems fresh mint (stems removed), finely chopped 10-12 cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1/2 seedless cucumber, cut into 1/4 inch pieces 2-3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO) Juice from medium sized lemon Fresh ground pepper and salt … Continue Reading