Howdy folks and welcome to week 11 of your Tumbleweed Farm CSA. We’re so happy with this week’s haul and the debut of summer green beans! Green beans are a labor of love here, they take up quite a bit of space in the field and picking them is. a full afternoon chore. But hot damn! We love them and we hope you do too!
The farm kiddos in our neighborhood are gearing up to host our 3rd summer family farm tour! If you haven’t had a chance to come to any of them yet we’re hosting one this Friday, August 1st! Come to the farm at 10am for a tour and then walk over to meet the farm animals. Details below!
Alrighty folks, we hope you enjoy this week’s haul! Happy cooking and eating everyone.
Your farmers,
Andrea, Taylor, Pepper, Maize & our awesome crew
Harvest 11
Green Beans—Green beans are rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients such as vitamins A & C, calcium, iron, manganese, beta-carotene, and protein. They are also a wonderful source of dietary fiber.
Lettuce Mix—Anti-infamatory and a rich source of vitamins A, K and folate.
Scallions—Great for overall immune health. Scallions are a good source of vitamin C and a flavonoid called quercetin. Both can strengthen your immune system and help it fight illnesses.—
Collard Greens—not only are they high in vitamin K they are also a good source of cancer fighting compounds. They are rich in glucosinolates which is a sulfur-containing compound which is thought to help stop cancer process at different stages of development. Pretty rad!
Celery—it’s rich in over 25 anti-inflmatory compounds and has a natural and healthy sodium content and is a great source of electrolytes.
Walla Walla Sweet Onions— Onions are high in probiotics and fiber which is great for gut health. They are also high in vitamin C, which may help regulate your immune health, collagen production, and iron absorption. Onions are rich in B vitamins, including folate and vitamin B6.
Zucchini/Summer Squash—Zucchini/summer squash is a highly alkaline food that is one of the mildest and easiest vegetables to digest. Zucchini is a great source of vitamin A, C, & B-complex as well as minerals such as iron, zinc, potassium, and manganese.
Cucumber— If you are feeling dehydrated eat a cucumber! Cucumbers are hydrating and contain more than 50 trace minerals. They contain chlorophyll in their skins that’s bonded to B vitamins and vitamins A and C. And cucumbers support digestion and hydration.
Carrots—Rich in beta-carotene which your body converts into Vitamin A. This vitamin is important for vision, bone and immune function. Carrots are also high in antioxidants and important minerals for overall body health. Remove the greens on the carrots before storing them so they don’t go soft.
Recipe Suggestions
Korean Beef Bowls (so easy, delicious and on the table in 25 minutes!)
Zucchini Parmesan Pasta with Burst Tomatoes (very tasty!)
Tzatziki Chickpea Salad (so good and a great use of all of your cucumbers!)
Warm Collard Greens with Toasted Coconut and Burst Tomatoes (this may sound like a strange combination but it’s one of the best recipes on the website!)
Collard Green & Sausage Farro Risotto (very good!)
Green Bean Salad with Herb Tahini Dressing (an oldie but a goodie!)
Chilled Cucumber Tahini Soup (very good!)
Salmon Crunch Salad with Creamy Peanut Sauce (SO GOOD!)
Simple Stewed Zucchini & Onions (this is fabulous and so simple!)
Flourless Chocolate Zucchini & Date Brownies (the best brownies you’ll ever make!)
Zucchini Oat Bread (my kiddos favorite zucchini bread!)
