What to do with those tomatoes, cucumbers and green beans that have taken over your vegetable garden
Did you know that growing your own vegetables has major benefits for the environment? Not only is it a sustainable way to feed your family, but it also means less pesticides, reduced transportation costs (of getting you and those groceries to your local store), plus plants naturally clean the air we breathe.
Many home gardeners commonly fill their plots and patios with easy-to-grow produce like tomatoes, cucumbers and green beans, so we've put together a series of recipes for three sustainable, vegan and, of course, tasty dishes to make sure none of your backyard bounty ends up as food waste.
Oven-dried Tomato Tart With Sesame Pesto
Oven-drying tomatoes is the best way to use up the ones that have lost their lustre: it concentrates the flavour and rids them of excess moisture so you can use them in a variety of dishes over the coming weeks
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Cucumber & Dill Vegan Pasta Salad
Use up all your homegrown cukes with this tasty and easy-to-make dish. Cucumbers add a clean crunch and come together with dill and capers to create a bright and refreshing pasta salad. This recipe serves 6-8 people and can be...
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Vegan Blackened Green Beans With Lemon and Seasoning Salt
Reminiscent of a crawfish boil, this dish is perfect for a late summer, outdoor feast
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