Category Archives: Fruit

Kale Tabouli Salad

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Blue Sky Organic Farms This week’s recipe share is a refreshing take on the well-known Mediterranean/Middle Eastern dish Tabouli (Tabbouleh). While it is common to create this dish with parsley, mint, and fine bulgur wheat, Chef Danielle decided to … Continue reading →

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Pickles, They’re kind of a big DILL

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit AZFB Communications Intern Pickles have always been a fan favorite, even as early as 2030 B.C.E. Next time you eat a pickle think of these fun facts! Pickles have been around since ancient times, although there is … Continue reading →

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Wonderful Watermelon

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

It’s officially summer and that means sweet juicy watermelon is in season! Just in time for those backyard Barbecues. Articles on watermelon: Watermelon Facts Fill Your Plate with Watermelon Juicy-Sweet, Watermelon Is The Perfect Summertime Treat Wacky for Watermelon The … Continue reading →

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How Essential Nutrients Work for You

Posted on June 10, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Lillian Lin-Levitan a recent ASU nutrition student Essential nutrients include various vitamins and minerals along with certain fatty acids and amino acids that your body must have to function and is not able to make on its own. That … Continue reading →

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Summer Barbecue Staples

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Alexandra Pettit, AZFB Communications Intern Well, its officially May and we have hit the 100s. With the introduction of the warmer weather comes summertime celebrations. In my family, summertime BBQs are a favorite and are always a blast. With … Continue reading →

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