Fermented Carrots is not new. People have been fermenting foods for millennia, but we are just now realizing how it helps our digestive and overall health. Instead of taking a probiotic supplement, you can easily make your own tasty foods with loads of “good bacteria.” Where can you get the whey? From yogurt. It is…

Here’s a great Asian Chicken Wraps recipe for leftover chicken, particularly on those “it’s too hot or I’m too tired to cook” nights. Use whatever vegetables you have on hand, peppers, tomatoes, cabbage, sprouts, greens, etc. Look for the Spring Roll Wraps (may be called rice paper wraps) in the Asian food aisle of most…

Zucchini Bread made with Zucchini, and other summer squashes are great in baked goods because you get the added nutrition, but you don’t have an overpowering taste. I love to make this with yellow summer squash because it adds a nice (all natural) yellow hue to the bread. Zucchini will work too, but your bread…

Aioli is an emulsion of egg and oil. Add a little sweetener, and it becomes home made healthy mayonnaise. What is spring garlic? It is immature garlic harvested when the farmers thin the garlic fields. By removing some of the spring garlic, there is more room for the rest of the garlic to grow. Is…

Summer stuffed squash is a rich source of Vitamin A and C, magnesium, fiber, folate, riboflavin, phosphorus, potassium and Vitamin B6. This quick and easy filling uses quinoa as a binder. You can make extra quinoa the night before for this recipe or cook it up while you are preparing the other ingredients. Stuffed Squash…

Citrus Salsa is a bright alternative to tomato salsa is easy to prepare and will give you a healthy dose of vitamin C with your tortilla chips or tacos (or put it on some grilled chicken or fish, mmmm!). Amounts are approximate, adjust it to your taste. You can also use bell pepper for a…

If you are looking for some low carb crunch to add to your salad, Quinoa sprouts may just be the answer. The process of “sprouting” burns up the stored carbohydrates within the seed (or legume). The same method works for lentils and beans, but they take a few days longer to sprout than Quinoa. The same…

These gluten free zucchini brownies are also egg free and dairy free. For best results make sure, your gluten-free flour has guar gum or xanthan gum in it (or add ¾ teaspoon). Or use all purpose flour if you don’t need to be gluten free. Gluten Free Zucchini Brownies Ingredients 2 cups gluten free flour…

I was skeptical when I first learned this method for making Vegetable Risotto. It comes out creamy stirring only at the beginning, after 10 minutes and then again at the end. Washing the rice briefly in the cooking liquid before toasting rinses much of the starch off the rice into the liquid letting you remain…

These gluten free cauliflower fritters are easy to make, healthy, and a great way to use cauliflower. Really delicious and appetizing. Gluten Free Cauliflower Fritters Ingredients 1 large organic cauliflower head, cut into florets 1/2 cup gluten free all purpose baking flour 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 5 Tablespoons minced onions (some used for garnishing) Olive oil 3…

Avgolemono is Chicken and Rice Soup with a twist, literally. The lemon, bay, and cloves add a wonderful aromatic flavor. Plus you get a nice dose of vitamin C, B-complex, and potassium. The eggs thicken the broth and make the soup creamy without the dairy. Chicken and Rice Soup Ingredients 1 lemon, zest removed and…

This super healthy garam masala spicy carrot soup is made with just a few natural ingredients, and it is dairy and gluten free. Spicy Carrot Soup Ingredients 1 bunch of large carrots 2 cloves garlic 1 medium onion 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk 14 oz veggie broth 1/4 cup almond butter 1 tablespoon garam masala paste…

Many Pickled Beet Eggs recipes make more brine than you need to cover the pickles. See Pickled Beet Relish to make your leftover brine. Here’s an easy way to use the leftover brine. Pickled Beet Eggs Ingredients Boiled eggs Pickling brine Glass jar Directions Peel the boiled eggs and put into a glass jar. Pour brine…

This Pickled Beet Relish is a bright red cousin to its cucumber cousin “Sweet Pickle Relish.” It is equally delicious on sandwiches or burgers. I made mine a little chunky. But, feel free to chop it up finer if you desire. This recipe uses about one bunch of beets and ½ to one head of…

Do you need a morning boost juice? This one is from Carmen Micheli, our food and wine writer in residence. Having a hard time getting your day started?  If that is the case, then try this juice recipe for a quick pick me up with excellent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. Morning Boost Juice Ingredients 4-5…

This Cranberry Pear Pecan Salad recipe is a fall salad that is amazing. Especially when adding the best creamy poppyseed dressing that you will ever have!  Pecans for Walnuts can also be substituted. Cranberry Pear Pecan Salad Ingredients 1 cup Pecans (or Walnuts) chopped in chunks 6 ounces baby spinach 2 Pears, sliced to the desired size…

Who doesn’t love a pesto? This simple pesto recipe can be made from many different base ingredients and used to add flavor and a splash of class to many, many dishes. Try this from Harvest2U. Simple Pesto Recipe Ingredients: 1 cup fresh basil leaves Or many other options: spinach, arugula, kale, broccoli, dandelion greens, collards,…

The Ambrosia Parfaits (& Salad) of my youth was a concoction of canned fruit cocktail, coconut and marshmallows covered in whipped topping. This version is just as delicious but so much healthier. The amounts below are approximate. You can add grapes, pineapple chunks, sliced strawberries, etc. depending on what is in season.   Mix it…

Here’s a healthy alternative to Fettuccine Alfredo sauce. This creamy cauliflower sauce will surely be popular with your family. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or anything else you might want to cover in white cauliflower creamy deliciousness. Fettuccine Alfredo Sauce Ingredients 6 cups organic cauliflower florets 8 large organic cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp. butter 7…

So easy to make, this Roasted Veggie Shrimp Salad recipe is a “toss all the veggies” on a sheet pan and bake until well-cooked, then add the shrimp just 5+ minutes before removing from the oven. You can substitute the shredded carrots with potatoes or corn. The veggies baked at a high temp (400), and…

Marinated grilled chicken, black beans, cilantro lime rice, and a diversity of fun toppings, this burrito bowl is loaded. We believe this burrito bowl recipe will become a meal staple for your family. Chicken Burrito Bowl Ingredients 1 ¼ pounds  Skinless Boneless Chicken Breasts ¼ cup olive oil ⅓ cup lime juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground cumin 2 cloves garlic minced ¼ cup water 1 teaspoon onion…

Chimichurri is an Argentine green sauce, similar to pesto. In Argentina, it is traditionally served with steak, but it is delicious on chicken, spread on sandwiches, mixed with some mayonnaise and yogurt as a salad dressing and so much more. Chimichurri Ingredients 1/4 cup hot water 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves 1 teaspoon salt 6…

This Kohlrabi Apple Slaw is a simple and healthy side dish. Especially relevant is, kohlrabi is a good source of Thiamin, Folate, Magnesium and Phosphorus. And its also a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Potassium, Copper, and Manganese. Pair it with sweet apples (such as red delicious, gala, or honey crisp).…

Who wouldn’t want to try orange looking nachos? The Sweet Potato Nachos, seasoned, with the cheese creates an excellent combination of fun sports day or snack appetizer! If you want bite-sized scoops of pleasant spicy-sweet flavor, laden with flavorful toppings, here it is. Use Your Favorite Salsa for Sweet Potato Nachos For this, Sweet Potato…

This Chicken Watermelon Strawberry Salad is a refreshing salad served with a basil dressing, good for any meal. Ingredients for Chicken Watermelon Strawberry Salad Cut 2 1/2 cups of roasted (rotisserie) chicken, into small pieces Cut 2 cups of watermelon, into small portions 2 cups of strawberries, chopped up 2 heads of lettuce, cut into large…

These cheesy kale cups make healthy appetizers can easily be modified for your tastes and what is in your kitchen. Swap spinach or other greens (chard, spinach, turnip greens, etc.) for the kale. Replace the Monterey Jack with Swiss or Cheddar. Spice it up with some garlic or dried red peppers, etc. Cheesy Kale Cups Ingredients…

This easy honeyed apple fennel chutney combines the sweetness of apples and honey and tang of vinegar with some onions and fennel to make a wonderful side dish for curry, chicken or pork. While this dish is great fresh, its even better after the flavors have had a chance to develop for a few hours…

Avocado, Arugula, Cucumber And Tomato Salad is delicious, fresh, and light and full of wonderful flavor! Tossed in a tasty lemon glaze and topped with feta cheese, you won’t be able to get enough! Ingredients for Avocado, Arugula, Cucumber And Tomato Salad 1 cup arugula 2 avocados, cubed 1 cucumber, sliced 3 small tomatoes, diced…

Try this black beans kale recipe. Since cooked kale has a mild flavor, it can be added to many dishes, and it will absorb the flavor of other foods. This way, you still get the nutrient-dense benefits of the kale. Kale is a Brassica plant and is part of the same family as broccoli, Brussels…

Start your morning right with a vegetable frittata. This one has nutrient-dense kale, purple cabbage and a kick of red pepper. Just because they’re made with eggs, frittatas don’t need to be relegated only to breakfast. This meal can be enjoyed any time of day! Breakfast, lunch or dinner. Vegetable Frittata Ingredients: 1 Tbsp Temecula…

Heirloom garlic cherry tomatoes can be baked with a sliver of garlic inside. And drizzle with Temecula Olive Oil and/or sprinkle with salt. Then serve these with toothpicks. These are perfect for the casual party! Garlic Cherry Tomatoes Ingredients: 1-pint cherry tomatoes 2 tablespoons Temecula Olive Oil 4 cloves garlic, slivered kosher salt (optional) Directions:…

Try this savory flavor of sweet potato peanut soup which is combined with warm spices. Your family will love you for setting this interesting and tasty soup in front of them. Sweet Potato Peanut Soup Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 and 1/2 pounds peeled sweet potatoes, chopped large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1…

Butternut Squash and Apples Not your Grandma’s butternut squash (oh wait…maybe it is!) Ingredients 1/2 cup butter 3/4 cup organic maple syrup 1/4 cup organic apple juice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 small (or 1 large) butternut squashes, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, cut crosswise into ¼ to ½ -inch-thick…

Thought you didn’t like beets? Try this beet pear salad and you’ll change your mind! The combination of the beet pear guava and peppers makes this dish unbelievable. Beet Pear Salad Ingredients: One large organic beet, (or 2-3 smaller) boiled and peeled (use one large beet for two servings) 2 – 3 fresh organic guavas…

Tatsoi is very much like bok choi. This tatsoi mushrooms Asian delight recipe brings the excellent nutritional value of tatsoi into an Asian blend of taste that will please your family. First, think peanut and ginger. Then, gently coax the flavor into a meal to delight. Tatsoi Mushrooms Ingredients: 3 heads organic Tatsoi (about 5…

This Kohlrabi Kale Beet Salad create a salad rainbow! What an amazing flavor combination with kohlrabi, raw beets, and all the rest. Just check out these ingredients. Here’s an excellent way to try beets – for those who think you don’t like them. Kohlrabi Kale Beet Salad Ingredients: One bunch kale Grapefruit Anaheim pepper 4 tbsp Temecula…

This cheddar beet risotto dish is sweet and creamy. It uses the entire beet and is a nice pink color. Try this with a glass of Craveyon CloudWines Chardonnay. Ingredients: 1 beet, peeled and quartered 2 cups loosely packed beet greens, stems trimmed 1 cups water 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tablespoons Temecula Olive Oil 1…

Add a simple green salad to this halibut, zucchini and carrot dish, and you have a complete meal! Baked Halibut Zucchini and Carrots Ingredients: 4 (12 x 18”) sheets parchment paper Temecula Olive Oil 4 (6 ounces) halibut fillets 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided 4 teaspoons dry white wine 1/3…

This Radishes Beets Squash Stew will become your family’s favorite “comfort food.” Use radishes, beets, and squash to make this amazing and easy-to-prepare stew. Additionally, it’s a healthy and easy one-pot meal. Due to the raisins, lemons, and honey, this dish has a Moroccan feel. Include a bed of couscous and top with cilantro and…

At Harvest2U we are ALL ABOUT simple. Now, this is simple. Roasted root vegetables with anything from, to and including; potatoes, yam, carrots, and the sink de kitchen. Remember to go organic whenever possible. Roasted Root Vegetables Ingredients: 5 tablespoons Temecula Olive Oil 1 cup cubed red potatoes 1 jicama, peeled and chopped 2 turnips,…

In our 8 Fig Recipes To Make You Smile you’ll find many ideas for figs, bacon, bleu cheese and other delights. Grilled Figs Stuffed with Bleu Cheese With a sharp knife, slit each fig on its side. Place a bit of your favorite blue cheese inside. Brush or spray the figs with vegetable oil and place…

This black beans kale tomatoes recipe makes a flavorful, hearty, nutrient dense and simple meal. Serve over quinoa, rice, couscous or alone. Black Beans Kale Tomatoes Ingredients: Dice up 1 large onion as would Julia Child Seed and dices 5 large or 6 medium plum tomatoes (about 2 cups) bunch kale (about 8–10 leaves) teaspoons Temecula…

These Collard Greens are more than you expect. Let’s take a little different flair with collards, olive oil, and garlic. You’ll be cutting them with a chiffonade cut to make them thin and quicker to cook. This simple and flavorful recipe will surprise you. Collard Greens Ingredients: 1 bunch collards, stems, and ribs removed and leaves halved…

Peppers Broccoli with Garlic is everyone’s favorite. Harvest2U is about SIMPLE and healthy recipes. Peppers and broccoli are combined with a couple of other ingredients to become your shining star side dish! Peppers Broccoli with Garlic Ingredients: 1 bunch of organic broccoli, about 1 pound (use florets, stems and stalks) Keep the leaves for braising in…

This Yams Stuffed with Avocado recipe is very simple and is a great blend of cool, spicy and sweet. Yams Stuffed with Avocado Ingredients: 4 (8-ounce) yams 2 green onions, sliced medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 3 tablespoons lime juice avocados – peeled, pitted, and mashed salt and ground black…

Black bean zucchini quesadillas make a great combo for this kid-friendly snack. Black Bean Zucchini Quesadillas Ingredients: 1/2 cup black beans, cooked 1 tablespoon salsa 1/2 cup finely chopped zucchini 3 (6-inch) corn tortillas 4 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese Directions: First, you have to cook your beans. 2 Cups of Black Beans, sorted, cleaned and washed…

Check out our tasty Apple Radish Fennel Salad. Does salad have to include greens? Nay, nay! Just slice some seasonal, raw vegetables, toss with a simple dressing, and you’ve got it! This one pairs apple radish fennel for a wonderful flavor combo. Apple Radish Fennel Ingredients: ¼ cup Temecula Olive Oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Organic fennel bulb…

Bring fennel broccoli red bell pepper together for an amazing treat. Fennel Broccoli Red Bell Pepper Ingredients: 4 tablespoons Temecula Olive Oil teaspoon chopped fennel leaves green onions, chopped 3 large heads of broccoli, cut into florets, using stems also (about 7 cups) One fennel bulb (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise One large red bell pepper, cut…

Our Butternut Squash Apple Casserole will leave them wanting more. This butternut squash apple casserole is an excellent side dish for your fall meals or holiday dinner. You’ll top it with a spiced buttery crumble. Butternut Squash Apple Casserole Ingredients: One butternut squash (2 to 2 1/2 lbs) Two apples (tart) 1/2 cup brown sugar…

Have you ever been a “star” in the kitchen? This recipe with braised chicken celery root garlic will do it. Braised Chicken Celery Root Garlic Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken pieces (you choose: breasts, thighs, and drumsticks) 1 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper one tbs Temecula Olive Oil one tbs unsalted butter celery root (celeriac),…

Here’s a Pilgrim meal – Acorn squash stuffed corn pudding. Get back to your ancestral roots with this awesome fall meal. Acorn Squash Stuffed Corn Pudding Ingredients: 1 organic acorn squash, cut lengthwise, seeded 1 egg plus 2 egg whites 1/2 cup fresh corn kernels 1 tablespoon Temecula Olive Oil 1 cup milk 1/2 cup chopped scallions Pinch…

Our Almond Mayo recipe brings you wonderful flavor without the negatives associated with store-bought mayonnaise. Use this to top your vegetables as well as a spread. Go nuts and eat your heart out! Almond Mayo Ingredients Cup raw almonds, soaked 8-12 hours, drained 1 Tbsp organic cider vinegar Cup fresh organic orange juice 2 tsp…

The flavor combination in this Beet Fennel Salad will make you love beets and love fennel! Beet Fennel Salad Ingredients: Bunch of organic beets 1 Baby leek or bunch of Scallions 1 organic fennel bulb including tops Strawberry Vinaigrette dressing Directions: Remove the tops from the beets. Roast in a pan with water at 350 degrees until tender.…

Use your pasta of choice (preferably curved or with ridges) to make this Browned Butter Pasta Tatsoi. You’ll never go back to spaghetti and meatballs again. Your tatsoi, is part of our local Temecula organic produce available from Harvest2U. Browned Butter Pasta Tatsoi Ingredients: 1/2 stick unsalted butter 2 to 3 bunches of Tatsoi, trimmed…

A nutty vegetable side dish. This Broccoli Garlic Butter Cashews recipe will please the pickiest broccoli eater. Broccoli Garlic Butter Cashews Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds of organic broccoli, bite size pieces 2 teaspoons white vinegar 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cup butter 1/3 cup chopped salted cashews 3 tablespoons soy sauce Two cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon…

Take advantage when blood oranges are available and try this Arugula Blood Orange Bleu Cheese Salad. The spiciness of arugula, the sweetness of blood oranges, and tart bleu cheese are a killer combo. And the way to go is to have your arugula delivered by Harvest2U, a local Temecula organic produce company. Arugula Blood Orange Bleu Cheese…

This Blueberries Lemon Cream recipe blends vanilla yogurt, cream cheese and lemon for a light and refreshing dessert. Play with the amount of lemon for the flavor you like. And the way to go is to have your arugula delivered by Harvest2U, a local Temecula organic produce company. Blueberries Lemon Cream Ingredients: 4 ounces reduced fat…

A common question we get at Harvest2U is, “How do I get my kids to eat vegetables?” Here’s a great way! Try our Green Bean Apple Saute’ recipe and find out! Green Bean Apple Saute’ Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh organic green beans, trimmed 1/3 cup chopped walnuts One medium organic apple, peeled and chopped 1/3 cup local honey One…

Switch it up a bit on Taco Tuesday. Try our Tacos Radish Avocado Salsa. Add your own “extras” to be sure everyone has the hand-made tacos they love. Tacos Radish Avocado Salsa Ingredients One organic avocado, cut into 3/4-inch cubes One teaspoon Temecula Olive Oil Coarse salt and ground pepper Six large red radishes, trimmed and cut in half…

Yeah, Baby, green beans wrapped in bacon can make a tasty and visually interesting side dish. Plus, everything’s better with bacon. Right? Green Beans Wrapped in Bacon Ingredients Four bacon strips 3/4 pound fresh organic green beans 1/4 cup packed brown sugar Three tablespoons butter, melted 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt 1/8 teaspoon soy sauce Directions First,…

Kids love this nutritionally-dense Broccoli Potato Soup. Who says we can’t get kids to eat their veggies? Be sure your broccoli is fresh and locally grown. Broccoli Potato Soup Ingredients: 2 potatoes, peeled and chopped 4 cups organic broccoli florets 2 1/2 cups organic Bone Broth (Chicken or Vegetable) 1 chopped onion 4 minced garlic…