It takes time, planning and effort to plant and maintain a vegetable garden in your backyard but the rewards of doing so speak for themselves and well worth it. Not only do you get to enjoy healthy and nutritious food during the spring to fall months, but they are incredibly delicious and available for picking whenever you need vegetables and herbs. Any extra vegetables, you can slice and freeze for use in the winter. Plus gardening will provide you with added exercise (physical activity) and holistic benefits.
Here is a quick and simple to prepare yet delicious and nutritious dinner using a variety of fresh garden herbs and fresh vegetables:
Brown Rice with Fresh Herbs and Zucchini
- Brown rice
- Turmeric
- Oregano
- Dill
- Mint
- Thyme
- Basil
- Sliced amaranth leaves
- Chopped zucchini
Sardines
- Canned sardines in a tomato and basil sauce
Simple Salad
- Green pepper
- Tomatoes
- Olive oil
- Apple cider vinegar
