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At Summerfield, we encourage our patients to “Eat the Rainbow” regarding their variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. With this dish – we’ve got you covered in the veggie department! It is a lovely mixture of vibrant hues and a satisfying combination of flavors, textures, and nutrients to pair alongside your favorite starch and […]
One of the best ways to enjoy produce is when it’s in season and at the peak of ripeness. When it comes to dining in the summertime, tomatoes top that list. Gazpacho is a dish that embodies a celebration of peak summer vegetables, with tomatoes as the star. Garden bounty, beware! Originating in Spain, […]
What if you could enjoy pizza flavors in a versatile veggie-loaded side dish? This one-pot recipe turns the traditional concept on its side (See what we did there?) focusing on nutrient-rich vegetables as the centerpiece.
Want to feel like a chef in your own home? Try out this delicious veggie dish inspired by the flavors of Italy that will likely be a crowd-pleaser. This ratatouille is packed with over 50% of your daily recommended intake of vitamin A.
Whether a Brussels sprouts connoisseur or a self-proclaimed skeptic, this recipe’s combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors offers a taste that will pique nearly anyone’s interest! These little powerhouses contain zeaxanthin, a phytonutrient considered vital for eye health. Roughly three ounces of Brussels sprouts provide four times more vitamin C than an orange. […]
What do you think of when you hear the word “Mediterranean”? Related to food, you may think of the Mediterranean Diet and perhaps healthy oils, nuts, herbs, fish, and lots of fruits and veggies. This side dish recipe incorporates many elements of the traditional Mediterranean Diet with a focus on zucchini and portobello mushrooms. […]
This dish is a great “make-ahead” salad that gets tastier the longer it sits. It’s a fun way to use broccoli without having to turn on an oven or stove! Broccoli is a nutrient-dense vegetable to include, whether you prefer cooked or raw. When eaten raw, such as in this recipe, we can better […]
Braising is a cooking method defined as a combination of both wet and dry heats, usually starting with a pan sear or browning, followed by a slow simmer in cooking liquid to tenderize and infuse flavors. For these collards greens, we’re flipping the script slightly. In this recipe, we tenderize the greens in water before […]
This tapenade jazzes up a few pantry staples to serve as an impressive side dish or robust garnish, kicking any standard protein up a few notches. If you're looking for a simple way to elevate a meal, whether on a typical Tuesday or when entertaining, consider serving a batch of this quick tapenade.
It’s that time of year when we frequently see messages regarding the importance of eating well to support our health. Though diet trends will inevitably come and go, certain foods always rise to the top of the list in terms of being the most nutrient-dense. Vegetables, especially dark, leafy greens, have stood the test […]
