Greens are so magical. They are one of nature’s most abundant food sources (so long as we take care of the planet), and provide us with nutrients to support healthy lungs, effective digestion, and hydrated muscles. What a gift!
If it’s available to you, check out your local farmers market or natural food store for some hearty, beautiful greens and see what happens when you incorporate them into at least 2 out of 3 meals each day, maybe even all of them.
Sustainability hack: buy them unpackaged [like the photo above from Garden of Eve Farm, purchased at my favorite Saturday McCarren Park Greenmarket] to save another plastic container from possibly contaminating the environment.
To prep unpackaged greens:
Soak in filtered water with a splash of apple cider vinegar [helps get rid of any potential chemicals or nasties] for a few minutes, and stir it around before draining.
Rinse again if you like, use a salad spinner or shake around in a clean towel to dry. If you’re not soaking or rinsing, spritz with a mixture of filtered water and splash of apple cider vinegar.
Let them dry on a towel, preferably in sunlight, and store in tupperware with a towel or unbleached paper towel [they’re compostable!] on top and bottom to reduce excess moisture.
If I have time, I prep greens every Sunday or Monday to have on hand for the week, whether or not I cook or eat them raw. Perfect for throwing together [mostly] balanced meals.
Try it out and let me know what you think!
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