Welcome to the sixth ReFresh newsletter of the season!
In this newsletter, you will find:
– Learn more about green garlic and its health benefits in “Ask a Registered Dietitian”.
– Learn about Yoeme purple string beans in the “Ask a Farmer” section.
– A few simple recipes that you can make with the fresh ingredients in your ReFresh bag!
– Check out the information for Live After Five, UNM Sustainability Expo, and Whittier Spring Fling Resource Fair in the “Community Resource” section.
We hope you enjoy this newsletter and thank you for your participation as we work together to build a healthy local food system.
Next ReFresh distribution: 4/27/22 and 4/28/22
Text your questions, photos, and comments to: (505) 226-3707.
Ask a Registered Dietitian by Lisa Chen
What is green garlic and what are its health benefits?
Green garlic, also called spring garlic, is the baby form of the garlic plant. Even though green garlic is immature, it is packed with different nutrients such as fibers and a plant compound called allicin. Allicin makes garlic have a strong and pungent smell and taste. It is beneficial for building a strong immune system and cholesterol health. You can eat the green garlic raw on salads, add it to soups, roast, grill, etc. Check out this soup recipe. You can substitute green onion with green garlic.
Disclaimer: The information shared by Three Sisters Kitchen (TSK) is for general informational purposes only, and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by a doctor or other health care provider. Photo by Diabetes Food Hub
Ask a Farmer
by Tiana Baca
Recipes We Love!
This chicken with tatuma squash dish is simple and versatile. You can substitute chicken with other protein sources such as pork and tofu. Vegetables in the ReFresh bag, such as carrots, onion, and green garlic, can also be added to the dish.
This salad recipe is packed with fiber and vitamins. You can use the mustard mix, sunflower sprouts, and carrots from the ReFresh bag!
This quinoa salad recipe is simple and nutritious! Quinoa is a great source of protein and fiber. Adding nuts increases the fiber and healthy fat for this delicious salad.
Recipes by 1)Food Network, 2) Three Sisters Kitchen, 3) Katharine
Community Resources
Live After Five
The Albuquerque Museum has a free event on the third Thursday of the month called, “Live After Five”. There will be live music from Lara Manzanara and an exhibition, “The Printers Proof: Artist and Printer Collaborations”. You will be able to create a work of art, go to a yoga class, and listen to music!
Address: 2000 Mountain Rd. NW
Date and hour: Thursday, April 21, 2022, from 5-8:30 PM
Red onions, apples, and tatuma squash from Quality Fruit & Veg
* NM grown / NM made. We raise money to purchase these foods from local farmers and food producers as a concrete way to invest in our local food system and get delicious, fresh, local food to our ReFresh families. Keep an eye out for these local farms and food businesses when you do your food shopping. ReFresh boxes will always include local food items.
