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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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