June 24, 2011

Citrus Beet Salad- get orangey with it…

By Whitney Gerschke Johnson, Nutritionist

Yes, I know, we just talked about beet salads, but this one is SO good too!  I made this one up on the fly.  It doesn’t have specific ingredient amounts either, but do not fret, it is fool-proof.  So, let’s get to it….

Yay for beets- part 2.

Ingredients:

  • Beets
  • Basil
  • Beet greens
  • Orange-infused olive oil
  • An orange
To Make:
  • Cut the greens off the beets.  Chop them and the basil finely.
  • Bake the beets.
  • Slice the beets into 1-inch size pieces.  Place in a bowl with the greens and basil.
  • Mix the juice from an orange and some orange-infused olive oil together and pour over the beets, greens, & basil.
  • Top with a touch of salt and orange zest.
  • Enjoy!

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June 22, 2011

Best Podcast Ever! Check out More Hip Than Hippie

By Whitney Gerschke Johnson, Nutritionist

There aren’t many podcasts I am a truly devoted listener to; I am more of a podcast dabbler at heart.  Until now This American Life was the exception to that rule, but now I have another one to add to the list: More Hip Than Hippie.

First off, I have to say that this podcast just makes me smile.  It is these two women Dori and Val and they give off this fun, shootin from the hip style that I love.  It reminds me of chatting with my hilarious friend Heidi.

This is the description from their website “Dori and Val tell you everything you wanted to know about living a green lifestyle that is more hip than hippie. It’s upbeat, informative, and at times rather funny. (Yes, we shave).”  The theme song thumbs-down tofu and states “You bought organic sheets, but now you can’t remember why.”  This hip chicks, as they self-refer, cover great topics from stevia, microwaves, and soaking nuts and grains.  Not only that, they really go the extra mile to answer listeners questions, which I think is really kind & thoughtful.  Finally, they rate a beer and chocolate each show- what more could you ask for?

To check it out, go to http://www.morehipthanhippie.com/or iTunes and subscribe.  It is definitely worth it.

A Must Listen for those Green & Hip...

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June 17, 2011

Simple Beet Salad

By Whitney Gerschke Johnson, Nutritionist

Yay Beets!  My dear friend Heidi is a whiz in the kitchen and she told me the best way to eat beets years ago- thanks Heidi.  I have been making them the same way ever since.

Ingredients:

Mix up red and golden beets for some extra color. Photo thanks to La Grande Farmers' Market.

  • Beets
  • Beet greens
  • Sunflower or pumpkin seeds
  • Olive oil
  • Dijon/brown mustard
  • Salt & pepper
  • Feta (optional)
To make:
  • Cut the greens off the beets.
  • Bake the beets.
  • Chop beets to a 1-inch size and finely chop the beet greens.
  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt & pepper, & the mustard.
  • Add all of the ingredients together and mix.
Note:  I don’t have amounts for this recipe because I eyeball the amounts on this one- so get a little adventurous and give it a try!

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