Greens are so magical. They are one of nature’s most abundant food sources [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][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![/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
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