3.8.23 / Nutrition
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6.2.22
/ Nutrition
Picnic season is here and what a perfect way to get back out there after COVID to enjoy the warm weather! Important things to consider on your outing are seasonal vegetable options and safe food handling practices.
Shopping at local farmers’ markets is a great way to help the environment. Farmers that sell at local markets reduce the amount of waste and pollution they create. Many of these farmers follow certified organic practices, which minimize the impact of synthetic pesticides and chemicals that pollute the soil and water. A growing number are also starting to use other low-impact practices, such as on-site composting, that help combat climate change and other environmental issues (1). Keep in mind, many farmers’ markets also accept EBT cards.
Below are vegetables you may find in season now:
Foodborne illnesses are common, but largely preventable. You can get food poisoning by eating food that has been contaminated with a variety of bacteria. Adults aged 65 and older, children under 5 years old, those with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women are at a higher risk of getting a foodborne illness. People in these groups or their caregivers need to take extra precautions. Here are some tips to avoid foodborne illness:
Consider the following healthy recipe to enjoy on a picnic adventure in the park or backyard!
Basil Macaroni Salad (recipe adapted to serve 6 by the God’s Love We Deliver chefs)
Ingredients
For the beans:
For the dressing:
For the vegetables:
Method
Note: Make sure to keep salad refrigerated, especially if you are taking it out on a picnic.
Sources:
3.8.23 / Nutrition
Get to know our small but mighty team of RDNs!
3.7.23 / Clients
March is National Nutrition Month, and this year we are celebrating our clients’ unique culinary roots and would love your participation. We invite our clients to submit a personal recipe for inclusion in a client e-cookbook…
2.24.23 / Nutrition
Try our Winter Vegetable Minestrone, a heart-healthy recipe that is perfect for cold winter days.