Vegan Lemon Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes

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Vegan Lemon Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes

Recipe Courtesy Crazy Vegan Kitchen

 

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Baby Potatoes (500 grams)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh Basil Leaves
  • 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh Parsley Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt, or to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Lemon Herb Olive Oil Mixture:

  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Zest of 1/2 a Lemon
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh Parsley Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon finely minces fresh Basil Leaves
  • Salt/Pepper, to taste

 

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven 180 Celsius/350 Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with nonstick baking paper. Set aside.
  2. Make fine slits in each baby potato, but do not cut all the way through.
  3. In a large bowl, combine prepared potatoes with Olive Oil, Basil, Parsley, Garlic, Maple Syrup, Salt and Pepper. Toss to coat well.
  4. Place potatoes, cut sides up, on a baking sheet and roast for 20 – 25 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, combine all ingredients for Lemon Herb Olive Oil in a small bowl.
  6. After 25 minutes of roasting, baste potatoes with half of the Lemon Herb Olive Oil mixture, and then pop back into the oven and continue roasting for another 25 minutes or till potatoes are cooked.
  7. Once cooked, drizzle potatoes with remaining Lemon Herb Olive Oil mixture and serve immediately. Sprinkle with more sea salt if necessary!
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National Pear Month

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National Pear Month

Everyone knows that December signifies the holiday season being in full swing.  What you may not know, however, is that December is also National Pear Month! E. Armata Inc., a leader in New York produce, distributes a range of fruits and produce that can be picked up and consumed at your pleasure.  However, since its December, our team wants to shed light on this tasty and nutritious fruit specifically so you and your family can celebrate this month in style.

Types of Pears

Like with other fruits and vegetables, many types of pears can be consumed and enjoyed.  Each type has a distinct flavor, color, and shape. Since it’s National Pear Month, E. Armata would like to highlight the specific types of pears our New York produce team carries and distributes:

 

  • Abate
  • Anjou
  • Asian
  • Bosc
  • Bartlett
  • Cactus
  • French Butter
  • Flamingo
  • Honey Bell
  • Packham
  • Red
  • Seckle
  • Ya

 

Benefits Of Eating Pears

While each different type of pear has a distinct taste and shape, they all have an abundance of benefits you can reap when consumed.  Since this month is National Pear Month, there’s no better time to head to the grocery store and pick some up.  Below are some reasons you should purchase a bushel of pears today: 

 

  • Pears are a great source of fiber, with one alone containing nearly a quarter of the recommended daily amount.  
  • They’re a low glycemic fruit, meaning they won’t drastically spike your blood sugar levels.
  • Pears are chock full of vitamins and minerals such as potassium, vitamin c, electrolytes, and antioxidants.
  • The easily digestible complex carbs found in pears make it perfect for an energy boost before a workout, and a great means of recovery afterward.

 

Celebrate With E. Armata Inc. 

There are many different types of pears you can choose from to consume when celebrating National Pear Month.  Though each one is distinct in its own right, no one pear stands high above the next. The New York produce team at E. Armata knows this, which is why each type is given the same amount of care and commitment to quality.  Head to a grocery store today so you can experience first hand just how tasty and nutritious our pears can be!