The avocado is on the weekly grocery list for many American shoppers, but it hasn’t always been that way. Over the last decade, the availability and quality of avocados in the supermarkets has skyrocketed all across the US, leading to an…
Our Favorite Healthy Warm Winter Beverages Recipes
What’s better than cozying up on your couch on a cold day? Cozying up with a mug of healthy hot cocoa. Or frothy, peppermint-infused coffee. Or soothing turmeric milk. Good news: we’ve got Prescribe Nutrition approved recipes for all three.…
Best Tips for Perfectly Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
It’s winter squash season, and that means – Toasted Pumpkin Seeds! Shamelessly (or savvy-ly, some might say), at the AOC kitchens, we toast every squash seed we come in contact with: Acorn Squash, Butternut Squash, Sugar Pie Pumpkin… why throw…
The Insider’s Scoop on Late Summer Produce
As we are heading into September, the late summer sun gently touching our agricultural lands, we are once again in a transition. From summer bounty to fall, we find ourselves in the seasonal preparation for winter. It’s the last push…
The Season is Ripe for Summer Grilling
Callin’ out around the world, are you ready for something great to eat? Summer’s here and the time is right for grillin’ on your street. My apologies to Martha & The Vandellas, but it’s just too hard to hide my excitement…
Baby Kale Bean Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Wax beans, which are pale yellow in color, are a type of snap bean with a slightly mild flavor, similar to green beans. They are at the peak of their season from late July to late September. Basil is also…
Organic Salad Recipe with Roasted Peppers and Summer Corn
Summertime is all about BBQ’s, picnics and fresh, healthy produce. This organic salad recipe brings you bright summer flavors with fresh corn and roasted peppers! Organic Salad Recipe SuperGreens with Summer Corn and Roasted Peppers Serves 4-6 people Ingredients 1 10oz…
A New 4th of July Favorite: Healthy Gluten-Free “Pasta” Salad
Looking for a gluten-free pasta salad alternative to take to your next potluck? Use fresh tomatoes and basil for a taste of summer and try this Quinoa Salad with Pesto & Mozzarella served with Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes and Toasted Pine Nuts. Gluten-Free…
Peach Blackberry Toast: The Ultimate Healthy & Easy Summer Breakfast
Ah, summertime stone fruit and sweet, juicy berries. What to do with these seasonal fruits? Enjoy the sweet flavors and soft textures on crunchy multigrain toast as a quick breakfast delight: Peach Blackberry Toast! Peach Blackberry Toast Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ingredients…
Short on Time? Whip up Roasted Red Bell Pepper Hummus in 15 Minutes
It’s Pepper Season! As summer progresses colorful bell peppers are now grown in the US and are more reasonably priced. Serve this tangy Roasted Red Bell Pepper Hummus recipe with toasted pita bread or on your favorite veggie burger. It…
How to Make the Perfect Organic Breakfast Smoothie
Start your day right with a delicious and nutrient-dense breakfast smoothie. They’re easy to prepare…
