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Explore Fresh and Flavorful Ideas to Cook with Our Organic Vegetables.

Summer Salad with Nasturtium Flowers

Ingredients

  • Fresh greens (spinach, lettuce, arugula, or a mix).
  • Nasturtium flowers, washed and dried (6-8 flowers).
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved (1 cup).
  • Cucumber, thinly sliced (1/2 unit).
  • Avocado, diced (1 unit).
  • Nuts or sliced almonds, lightly toasted (2 tablespoons).
  • Fresh or feta cheese, crumbled (optional, 50 g).

Homemade Dressing

  • Extra virgin olive oil (3 tablespoons).
  • Lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (1 tablespoon).
  • Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon).
  • Honey (1/2 teaspoon).
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: Wash and dry the greens and nasturtium flowers.
  2. Assemble the salad: In a bowl, place the greens, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and nuts.
  3. Add the flowers: Top with nasturtium flowers for decoration.
  4. Prepare the dressing: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and add cheese if desired.

Tropical Berry Smoothie

Ingredients

  • Fresh strawberries: 1 cup (washed and hulled).
  • Golden berries (uchuvas): 1/2 cup.
  • Blackberries: 1/2 cup.
  • Banana: 1 unit (optional for extra creaminess).
  • Natural or Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup.
  • Milk (almond, coconut, or your choice): 1/2 cup.
  • Honey or agave syrup: 1 teaspoon (optional).
  • Ice: 1/2 cup (optional for a colder smoothie).

Instructions

  • Prepare: Wash the berries. If using a banana, peel and slice it.
  • Blend: Combine all the ingredients in a blender, including ice if desired, and blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Serve: Pour into a glass and garnish with fresh berries.

Roasted Eggplant with Garlic and Herbs

Ingredients

  • Eggplants: 2 medium-sized.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, finely chopped.
  • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons.
  • Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or thyme): to taste.
  • Salt and pepper: to taste.
  • Lemon juice (optional): 1 teaspoon.

Instructions

  • Prepare the eggplants: Wash and slice the eggplants into 1 cm thick rounds.
  • Season: Arrange the slices on a baking tray. Brush with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Roast: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and roast the eggplants for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
  • Add herbs: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh herbs. If desired, drizzle with lemon juice for a refreshing touch.
  • Serve: Enjoy as a side dish or as a base for a more elaborate meal.

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