Harvest Menu 7/22/24
Area 2 Farms’ Local, Organic Harvest for the Week of July 22nd, 2024
This menu is subject to change. We deliver on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Order by 7/24/24 and get it delivered on 7/25/24.
Sixth Week of Summer Season 2024
Beet Green Superfood Blend
This lettuce blend has a refreshing, cooling crunch.
Flavor: Earthy, slightly sweet, and crispy.
Health benefit: Good source of fiber.
Tip: Use these greens to make fresh salads, or add them in the final minutes when sautéing vegetables.
Pea Shoots
These baby pea plants, like other shoots and microgreens, are a mighty source of micronutrients.
Flavor: Sweet, a little grassy, and super crunchy.
Health benefit: High amount of vitamin C.
Tip: You can cook these hearty shoots, just use them as you would spinach.
Mirepoix
Carrots, celery, and onions - everything you need to make an organic mirepoix.
Flavor: When cooked, you'll create a delicate flavor to enhance your dishes.
Health benefit: Get great flavor without the use of sugars and other high-caloric or processed ingredients.
Tip: Sauté carrots, celery, and onions in butter or oil until golden brown.
Thyme and Oregano
Flavor: Earthy with notes of pepper and mint.
Health benefit: Good for gut health.
Tip: Make Fresh Thyme and Oregano Citrus Vinaigrette.
Honey
This honey is local to Virginia.
Flavor: Sweet!
Health benefit: Builds immunity, helps with digestion, and acts as a natural antiseptic.
Tip: Use it on top of fruit, in your tea, or add to salad dressings.
Area 2 Farms for Locals
Your food should be equally accessible and nutritious. Which is where we come in. We’re Area 2 Farms, we grow organic produce, deliver it to your door weekly, and operate all within 10 miles of you.
