Asian Inspired Wax Beans
A bit of soy sauce (or the gluten free tamari version) along with some peanuts, ginger, lemon juice and brown sugar make for a savory sweet surprise in every bite of your fresh beans.
Ingredient: Lemon
Lemon
- Description-
Lemons are a high acid citrus fruit. They are bright yellow in color and pack a nice acidic punch to many recipes both sweet and savory. They are a great way to welcome spring or brighten up winter dishes, salads, or soups.
- Preparation-
Lemons have a sour acidic taste, but have many uses. They are used to flavor many dishes, they are commonly used with seafood. They are also used in cocktails and as household cleaners.
- Varieties-
There are a number of different kinds of lemons, but the two you frequently see in our are the common lemon and the Meyer lemon. The Meyer lemon is small in size with a darker color and sweeter taste.
- Storage-
Lemons are fine to keep on the counter but they will last longer if stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. TIP- roll your lemon on the counter before using it, it will give you a higher amount of juice! Don’t forget to use your lemon zest. The lemon oil is in the zest and it is a great flavor enhancer.
- Nutrition- Vitamin C, A, calcium, folate, iron, potassium, magnesium
Recipes Using Lemon
Slow Cooker Applesauce
What to do with all your apples? Make slow cooker applesauce! Cinnamon sticks, a splash of lemon juice, and a bunch of apples is all you need! Jar it, freeze it, or eat it right away!
Lemon Summer Squash Bread
This one was shared by fellow Springdellian Kelly O. Using pantry ingredients, you can transform those summer squash into this lovely and special dessert!
