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- The 9 Best Vegetarian Meal Delivery Services for 2021 - Food & Wine
- 11 Best Summer Vegetables to Cook Right Now Plus 11 Recipes to Try - VegNews
- Summer Veggie Recipes with Rachel Ray In Season Magazine - FOX10 News
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The 9 Best Vegetarian Meal Delivery Services for 2021 - Food & Wine Posted: 15 Jun 2021 06:07 PM PDT  If you love everything about brunch-think smoothies, chia bowls, and oat bowls-Daily Harvest should be on your radar. The service stands apart from its competitors in terms of breakfast and lunch offerings as well as its methodology. Everything you order from Daily Harvest shows up frozen, as the freezing process helps retain nutrients. All food items are completely plant-based and some examples include the Mint and Cacao smoothie, Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Hash Harvest Bowl, Pear and Arugula Flatbread, Cinnamon and Banana Oat Bowl, and Cold Brew and Roasted Espresso Bean Chip ice cream, dubbed a "scoop." While the offerings are varied, with more than 80 selections to choose from, new items aren't added often, so this service is great for people who like routine-and have favorite go-to meals. The order process is simple. Choose either a small box with nine items, a medium box with 14 items, or a large box with 24 items. All orders include free shipping, and you can pause your subscription, manage your deliveries, and even change your item selections through the brand's mobile app. Because each item comes with just one serving, this service caters to individuals rather than families. Right now, you can get up to $35 off your first order. To buy: From $49/week; daily-harvest.com  |
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11 Best Summer Vegetables to Cook Right Now Plus 11 Recipes to Try - VegNews Posted: 14 Jun 2021 12:00 AM PDT Modern innovation and lightning-speed travel have enabled many to eat unrestricted by the seasons. Craving squash in July, or asparagus in December? The grocery store has it. Even farmers' markets carry a few off-season items—such as apples year-round. But just because it's there doesn't mean it's at its peak. Modern convenience may have eliminated seasonality, but that's not necessarily a benefit when it comes to taste. We asked Kenny Tanaka of Tanaka Farms in Irvine, CA and VegNews Food Editor Joni Marie Newman to learn more about summer vegetables and how to prepare them.
1. CornWe know, we know, corn is technically a fruit, but because it eats like a vegetable, we're including it here. Farmer Tanaka even put white sweet corn at the top of his summer vegetable list. "It's so sweet, you can eat it raw!" he exclaimed. While shucking can be a slight inconvenience, it's totally worth the extra effort for fresh corn during the summer months. When selecting your ears, look for a bright green husk that holds on tight to the cob. Avoid loose or yellowed husks.
2. Hatch ChilesSpice-averse, don't worry—these large peppers are less about spice and more about their intense flavor. The hatch chile peak season is relatively short—typically August through September—so get your fill while you can. How to pick a pepper? Look for a bright green pepper (they turn red as they ripen) that feels heavy for its size. The skin should also be taut and firm.
3. CucumberSurprise, this is also a fruit (most of us were severely misled in elementary school when it comes to produce). With cucumbers—and most vegetables, as you'll see—bigger is not necessarily better. Smaller 'cukes tend to be less water-logged and more flavorful. Select a cucumber that is vibrantly green and not the biggest of the bunch.
4. EggplantThose who don't grow up cooking eggplant are often intimidated by this bulbous fruit (just assume that three of the next seven items on this list are technically fruits). Summer is the time to experiment with eggplant. When it's at its peak, it's less likely to be bitter. Look for a bright purple, small-to-midsize plant that's firm to the touch.
5. OkraThose who don't enjoy okra just haven't had it prepared to their liking. This warm-weather veggie is extremely versatile, and while okra-based gumbo is exceptional, there's a lot more okra can do. Pick out the brightest pieces you can find that are no more than four inches long, and avoid any blemished or soft pods.
6. TomatoesSummer is the time to splurge on the heirloom variety. Even tomato-haters may be smitten by these lopsided, multi-colored fruits. They're sweet, firm, and minimally slimy compared to a roma or beefsteak tomato. Pick heirlooms that are firm, heavy for their size, and dazzle you with their unique designs.
7. AvocadosRestaurants should really drop the upcharge for avocados and guacamole during summertime. During the off-season, sure, we begrudgingly understand, but avocados are abundant during the summer. To select an avo that's ready to eat, gently hold the produce in your palm and give it a very delicate squeeze. The skin should give ever-so-slightly. If it's hard enough to double as a projectile weapon, allow it to ripen a few days. If it's soft, make guacamole.
8. Green beansIt's odd that green bean casserole is so popular during the late fall, because green beans are at their best during the summer. During these hot months, you don't need to cover up the beans with a vegan bechamel sauce—they're scrumptious on their own. We don't suggest you pick through every single bean at the farmers' market, but try to grab a handful of the brightest-hued beans. At home, compost any beans that don't have a crisp snap to them.
9. New potatoesNo, a new potato varietal has not been invented. These spuds are tiny, round tubers that are harvested before they grow into the baseball-sized potato we use for baking and mashing. New potatoes are tender, buttery, and fluffy. The best ones are firm and free from sprouts, bruises, or wrinkles.
10. ZucchiniEver reached for a cucumber only to realize it's a zucchini? Fortunately, they're both in season during summer. Like cucumbers, you don't want a massive zucchini—the smaller ones typically contain more flavor. You'll also want to select a squash that's heavy, firm, and bright green. Here's to zoodles all summer long.
11. Shishito PeppersFarmer Tanaka raved about these slightly spicy summertime peppers. "They're such a wonderful summertime treat. Sauteed with a little olive oil and garlic and salt—so good. I serve them as an appetizer." Like most vegetables on this list, the color should be bright and the skin should be taut and firm. Tanya Flink is a Digital Editor at VegNews as well as a writer and fitness enthusiast living in Orange County, CA. Love the plant-based lifestyle as much as we do?  |
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Summer Veggie Recipes with Rachel Ray In Season Magazine - FOX10 News Posted: 15 Jun 2021 08:38 AM PDT  Summer fruits and vegetables are popping up and Rachel Ray In Season Magazine has a few recipes that you can make during the warmer months. For more great tips and recipes, order Rach Ray In Season Magazine today. Rachel Ray In Season is owned by the parent company of this news station, the Meredith Corporation.  |
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