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Glossary of Foods: Tofu
The world of vegetarian and vegan cuisine is a mysterious place for many omnivores, and tofu is one of the more misunderstood foods common to vegetarian cuisine. Although you may not have ventured...
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Glossary of Foods: Mango
Sweet and tangy, bright and vibrant mangoes are so delicious that we’ve found ways to add them to countless sweet and savory dishes! This tropical stone fruit is suitable for much more than smoothies....
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Glossary of Foods: Rhubarb
Rhubarb may look a lot like celery with long, firm, slender stalks, but don’t let that fool you. Let the crimson red color of rhubarb serve as a warning that what you’re about to bite into is...
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Glossary of Foods: Green Tea
Green tea has been consumed for over 4,000 years, so it’s no wonder that its deep-rooted tradition is alive and well today. Tea is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, and the history...
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Glossary of Foods: Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar, also known as cider vinegar or ACV, for short, has long been added to our salad dressings for extra zing and flavor, and it has helped us keep a sparkly clean house as a natural...
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Glossary of Foods: Garlic
Garlic doesn’t often get to be the star ingredient in a dish, perhaps owing to the fact that too much garlic can linger on your breath long after you’ve eaten and send friends (and vampires) running....
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Glossary of Foods: Spinach
Spinach, perhaps more than any other food, is universally avoided by kids. The deep green color and slightly bitter flavor is as off-putting as any cornucopia of other vegetables decorating a salad....
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Glossary of Foods: Wasabi
The spicy, green paste you know as wasabi from your favorite sushi restaurant probably isn’t real wasabi! In the United States, wasabi is mostly unused and unfamiliar outside of sushi, anyway, which...
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Glossary of Foods: Edamame
Edamame is kind of a tongue twister if you’ve never come across the name or the food before. It doesn’t matter how you say it, as long as you put it on your plate! This delightful green legume is a...
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Glossary of Foods: Watercress
This green, leafy food is grown in the water of slow-moving streams and and freshwater springs. It’s often used in salads or on top of sandwiches for a high-powered snack, as it has more minerals than...
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Glossary of Foods: Cauliflower
The kids may still be skeptical when it comes to cauliflower. Although it’s not a green vegetable, it’s a vegetable nonetheless. But the clever cook in you knows that cauliflower is easy to prepare...
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Glossary of Foods: Wheatgrass
If you’ve already jumped on the green smoothie bandwagon, a venture into wheatgrass juice may be the next healthful step in your green beverage education. Wheatgrass is trending as the latest and...
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Glossary of Foods: Starfruit
Starfruit may look strange as you pass them in the grocery store — small, oblong shaped fruits with deep ridges. But once sliced, the fruits have a fun star shape, hence the name, and are a delicious...
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Glossary of Foods: Seaweed
You may only be familiar with seaweed as the vessel that holds together your favorite sushi roll. Seaweed seems secondary to the rice and fish and veggies, contributing little flavor or texture....
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Glossary of Foods: Water Chestnuts
Water chestnuts, also known as Chinese water chestnuts or water caltrops, are aquatic vegetables common in Chinese cuisine. These firm, mild vegetables are commonly mixed into your Chinese takeout and...
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Glossary of Foods: Asparagus
Spring has sprung and so has an abundance of seasonal spring veggies! Asparagus is in season during springtime, so we’re adding these healthy little spears into the vegetable rotation for an...
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Glossary of Foods: Oats
Let this serve as our ode to oats. We love oats! We can’t get enough! They’re healthy, versatile, inexpensive, and easy to make. If oats aren’t already a part of your meal routine, they definitely...
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Glossary of Foods: Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are a tiny food with big time flavor! They have a seemingly endless application in different cuisines, from topping your favorite Chinese takeout dish, mixed into hummus, or added into...
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Glossary of Foods: Greek Yogurt
Greek yogurt has gone mainstream, and that’s a good thing! Gone are the days of hunting down hard-to-find Greek yogurt in the natural foods aisle or making a separate grocery trip to get some. Greek...
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Glossary of Foods: Blueberries
Blueberries are a small wonder to behold! Packed with antioxidants and low in sugar, blueberries are an all-around “good guy” in the world of fruits. Though they may often take a backseat in...
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Glossary of Foods: Snow Peas
Peas are a delightful green springtime veggie that are versatile and sweet! Snow peas, a varietal of the common pea, make an especially crunchy and satisfying snack. All varieties of peas grow and...
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Glossary of Foods: Apricots
These bite-sized beauties are a tell-tale sign that summer is here! Once apricots hit the stands at the farmers’ market, you know that warmer weather is coming and sweet, delicious fruit is in season....
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Glossary of Foods: Walnuts
You’ve heard us tout the health benefits of nuts high and low. Apart from being nutrient dense and high in good-for-you fats, they’re an easy grab-and-go snack. Walnuts land high on our list of...
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Glossary of Foods: Strawberries
Nothing screams summer like fresh-picked strawberries. It’s no wonder they’re a childhood favorite! Vibrant and red, fun to eat, and delicious for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. Take the family...
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Glossary of Foods: Fenugreek Seeds
Fenugreek, also known as methi, is a spice and herb used in Middle and Near East cuisines. The leaves and seeds of fenugreek are common in both cuisine and traditional medicine for their many...
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Glossary of Foods: Peaches
Does your mouth water at the thought of biting into a juicy summer peach? If you’re a farm fresh fruit opportunist like we are, you’re ready to load up on your favorite fruit at the farmers’ market...
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Glossary of Foods: Pineapple
Sweet, tart and drip-down-your-arm juicy, a bite of pineapple is your golden ticket to a warm, tropical beach vacation! Pineapple is one of our favorite versatile summer fruits that can go from savory...
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Glossary of Foods: Tomatoes
We don’t give the humble tomato all the credit it deserves. It’s perfect sliced on a sandwich, pureed into soup, or diced in a salad. Not to mention ketchup, the cover-all condiment. And where would...
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Glossary of Foods: Pickles
That jar of pickles you have hiding in the back of your fridge is actually something that should be front and center. Pickles are a great low-carb snack and healthy probiotic addition to your diet....
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Glossary of Foods: Honey
The noble honeybee pollinates and feeds the world. The sweet fruit of their labor is honey. It seems so simple a syrup, yet bees collect nectar from countless flours then store the sweet product to...
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