Vegetables to Support Postpartum

If you're a curious food enthusiast with a penchant for gourmet cuisine – where high-quality ingredients meet a unique twist – then our regeneratively grown, farm-fresh gourmet vegetable box is your perfect culinary companion. These vegetables are the very same ones trusted by top chefs and high-end restaurants nationwide and beyond. Whether you're planning family meals or seeking an exquisite gift for discerning individuals on your list, this box is a delightful choice.  

Each item in our gourmet vegetable box represents seasonal crops, meticulously harvested at their flavor and nutrition peak. To explore the contents of your box, simply click on the vegetable tab on this page, and you'll discover a delightful assortment of fresh produce. 

Featured Vegetables

Your box could include:  

• Crosnes
• Baby Gold Beets
• Mixed Potatoes
• Chive Buds
• Clearwater Jerusalem Artichokes
• Root Ice Spinach
  
• Cuke Bloom with Cuke
  
• Mixed Pea Blossoms
• Herb Sampler
• Mixed Lettuce
• Petite Salad Sensation
  
• Baby Parsnips

Products will vary based on the season and availability. Product listed and shown for  reference only.   

Visit How To Store Vegetables to learn how to keep your vegetables fresh longer.  And check out our Recipes for inspiration!     

Health Benefits

At The Chef’s Garden nutrition goes hand-in-hand with flavorful, quality vegetables. It is so important that in 2019, we opened an on-site agricultural research facility. We study how to maximize the flavor, color and nutrition of our vegetables in order to bring the highest quality to your door. 
As a result of our regenerative farming practices, we have found that our products often contain more minerals the the USDA average. Learn more about our Health and Wellness initiatives.

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Our "Eat the Rainbow" box offers a vibrant selection of regeneratively grown seasonal vegetables, bursting with phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. These nutrient-rich gems, harvested at their peak, arrive at your doorstep, providing a fresh and inspiring culinary experience. From deep purples to radiant reds, this palette invites your creativity in the kitchen, offering endless possibilities. 

Embrace the captivating array of colors, making your meals not only a treat for your taste buds but also a visual delight for your social media. With ever-changing monthly contents reflecting the season's best, you're guaranteed fresh, farm-crafted products alongside your vegetables. It's a sensory journey that's both creative and health-conscious.

Thinking of a thoughtful gift? The "Eat the Rainbow" box is perfect for surprising a loved one or yourself. It's an introduction to the world of flavorful, colorful vegetables, ensuring every month feels fresh and exciting.

Featured Vegetables 

Your box will include: 

• Beet Tops
• All Blue Potatoes
  
• Baby Parsnips
• Young Gold Beet
  
• Clearwater Jerusalem Artichoke
• Root Ice Spinach
• Young Cucumber
  
• Bok Choy
• Mixed Lettuce
• Squash Blossoms

Products will vary based on the season and availability. Product listed and shown for  reference only.   

Health Benefits

Phytonutrients are a big part of what makes vegetables beautiful and healthy! Phytonutrients have many potential functions in a plant, two of which are imparting color and flavor. People who consume more phytonutrients have been shown to be less likely to experience cancer, diabetes, heart disease, dementia, and diabetes as well as other conditions.  Eating a wide array of phytonutrients is also a great way to support a healthy immune system and mood.

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One of our signature crops is fresh spinach -- and we offer multiple varieties. Our delicious root spinach tastes mild, fresh, green and buttery, with natural sugar content off the charts! Brix readings are literally as high as an apple. Our spinach starts off sweet tasting, then finishes with nutty-buttery flavor. For a variety of fresh spinach with a mildly bitter taste progressing into earthiness, choose tropical spinach with its bright red stem and small reddish-green leaves. Our promise: we’ll never grow fresh spinach for maximum yield. Instead, we grow for flavor and nutrition. 

Mixed, 1 lb.

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Health Benefits

• Calcium helps to support healthy bones and teeth
• Magnesium supports heart health 
• Contains iron for blood health 
• Contains zeaxanthin and carotenoids which prevent cell damage and support healthy vision 
• Potassium helps regulate blood pressure 
• Vitamin K supports bone health 
• Contain neoxanthin and violaxanthin are anti-inflammatory compounds 
• Vitamin A supports a healthy immune system

Enjoy a delectable tasting of The Chef Garden herbs English Mint, Lemon Balm, and Lemon Verbena to craft your own freshly brewed herbal teas or brighten and enhance your tea experience. These are a perfect accompaniment to our Flowerhouse Teas. 

To brew fresh herbal tea, heat water to between 160-180 degrees Fahrenheit, then pour over roughly chopped fresh herbs (we recommend starting with about 1 tbsp chopped, then adjusting to your taste). Add a lid if possible to keep the essential oils from the herbs in the brewing vessel. Allow to steep for 5-10 minutes depending on the desired strength. Strain, then enjoy. 

These herbs also make beautiful cold infusions, roughly chop herbs, then add to room temperature filtered water. Cover. Allow to steep for 12-24 hours, then strain. Cold infusing herbs into water pulls out fewer tannins from the herbs and creates a beautiful, smooth, refreshing tea perfect for a warm summer day. 

Sweeten with a taste of honey.

View all Flowerhouse Teas here.

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Health Benefits

Mint tea is a perfect way to finish a meal. Mint helps aid digestion (including symptoms such as indigestion, gas, and bloating) and freshens breath. The scent of the mint tea as you drink it may also help relieve headaches, menstrual cramps, and nasal congestion. Mint tea may help with concentration and focus, and it is caffeine-free so will not disrupt sleep. 

Lemon Balm

Lemon balm tea soothes stress away and helps promote improved mood, a feeling of calm, relaxation, and sleep.

Lemon Verbena

Lemon verbena tea is bright yet soothing containing a number of anti-inflammatory and cell-protecting plant compounds (aka phytonutrients). Lemon verbena tea is delicious after a meal or before bed to help promote restful sleep. 

Indulge in the extraordinary flavors and textures of our mixed lettuce, carefully selected from the best varieties of the day! From the enticingly grassy to the irresistibly nutty and earthy, each bite promises a delightful journey for your taste buds. Sustainably grown with love, we nurture a dozen or more dozen varieties, with only the crème de la crème making it into this exclusive offering.

But that's not all! We take pride in our revolutionary regenerative farming techniques, which not only ensure superior taste but also contribute to a healthier planet. By choosing our regeneratively grown lettuce, you become part of a sustainable movement that supports soil health and biodiversity.

Best of all, we deliver this luscious lettuce straight to your door, so you can relish its freshness without stepping a foot outside. Elevate your culinary experience with our delectable mixed lettuce – a mouthwatering journey awaits!

Click here to read From Planting to Harvesting Lettuce: A Farmer's Story.

Check out our Assorted Lettuce with Fall Colored Flowers recipe.

Mixed.

You may have noticed your lettuce and greens look and feel a little different. That's because we have moved them indoors to our greenhouse "still soil grown" to protect them from the Ohio elements. They have the same great flavor and nutrients but are a little less sturdy.  Hope you enjoy them just the same! 

Health Benefits

Read all about the Health Benefits of Lettuce.

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Get a mix of delicious beet varieties with flavors ranging from strong earthy to sweet sugar. Textures are crisp and crunchy, with shapes ranging from elongated to round—and hues including red, white, gold and yellow. Mixed beets are the best of the day, regeneratively farmed and harvested on order.

Beets have an earthy flavor. They're best when paired with bright, sweet, and fresh flavors. If you're roasting, try marinating them with citrus zest, garlic, scallion, vinegar, and plenty of salt.

Mixed, 1 lb. 

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Health Benefits

• A good source of vitamin A, C, folate, calcium, and fiber
• Antioxidants such as betalains, carotenoids, flavonoids
• High in nitrates which improve circulation and support a healthy heart 
• Some research shows beets can improve exercise capacity due to nitrates
• High in fiber, supporting the gut
• Support detoxification and liver function 
• Betanin, which gives beets their color, helps detox the body 
• Best way to cook to maintain nutrients is to steam them (lost nutrients when in water and the longer they are cooked in heat)

Our deliciously farm-fresh small mixed potatoes offer up flavors ranging from rich to mild, in textures from firm to soft. You’ll receive the best of the day’s harvest in a mix of round potatoes in colors that can include yellow, beet-red, pink or purple. 

Check out our Pomme Purée recipe. And don't forget to add Chives to your order!

Mixed, 1lb. or 5 lb. case

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Health Benefits

• Dietary fiber aids in digestion, promotes a healthy gut, and helps prevent constipation
• Contain potassium, which can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease
• Certain varieties of potatoes, particularly colorful ones, contain antioxidants that can help protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer
• can be part of a healthy diet for individuals with diabetes when consumed in moderation. The fiber content helps regulate blood sugar levels
• contain several nutrients like magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin D, which are essential for maintaining healthy bones and teeth
• Vitamin C and other antioxidants present in potatoes can contribute to a healthier complexion and promote collagen production, which is vital for skin elasticity

Nutritious mixtures of fresh kale varieties. Each of these tender cruciferous leaves offers up sweet cabbage-like flavor. Whether you’re enjoying them raw or sautéed, these are sure to add a boost of nutrients to your next meal.

Mixed.

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Health Benefits

• Vitamin C and vitamin E for immune system 
• Calcium for bone health (with low levels of oxalate which makes calcium less absorbable)
• Contains substances that bind to cholesterol to manage levels 
• Potassium for healthy blood pressure 
• Sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol are protective against cancer 
• Lutein and zeaxanthin support vision 
• Consider massaging your kale before eating it, which makes it easier to digest 
  

In this delicious mix of farm-fresh onions, you receive earthy yet sweet white coin onions that provide a crunchy texture to dishes.

Mixed, 1 lb. 

Health Benefits

• Flavonoids help to regulate blood glucose levels
• Contain a lot of prebiotics and fiber, which supports gut health 
• Potassium supports a healthy blood pressure
• Manganese supports connective tissue, bone health, and forming blood clots 
• Contains quercetin (an antioxidant) which fights inflammation in the body, and may actually help to prevent Alzheimer's disease
• Contains vitamin C for a healthy immune system 
• Allicin is an antibacterial compound that can help the body fight harmful bacteria 

Watercress plant provides unique flavor to culinary dishes, one that’s salty, yet spicy, and slightly bitter. Texture is delicately thin with deliciously edible white blooms. Fresh watercress can be ideal in creative soups and salads, sandwiches and much more.

Health Benefits

• Loaded with antioxidants, including vitamin C, beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. These antioxidants help protect the body against oxidative stress, neutralize harmful free radicals, and reduce inflammation, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and certain cancers.
• Excellent source of vitamin K, which plays a vital role in bone health. Vitamin K is essential for proper calcium utilization and bone mineralization. Adequate vitamin K intake can help maintain strong and healthy bones.
• Lutein and zeaxanthin, in watercress, is beneficial for eye health. These compounds accumulate in the retina and help protect against age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.
• Folate is especially important for pregnancy to support proper neurological development 
• Iron content supports healthy blood 

It all started with Brassica oleracea, the common plant that started the now large brassica vegetable family! Brassica (aka cruciferous) vegetables are part of the mustard family (genus Brassicaceae) and cabbage family - giving them their sometimes “spicy” flavor. Read about the benefits!

Blend Includes:

• Broccoli
• Arugula
• Chinese cabbage
• Purple Radish
• Red Mustard

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Health Benefits

This antioxidant blend of brassica microgreens is a great source of vitamins (A, Folate, C, E, K), minerals (iron, potassium, calcium), phytonutrients (carotenoids, glucosinolates (I3C and sulforaphane), polyphenols), and fiber.

It all started with Brassica oleracea, the common plant that started the now large brassica vegetable family! Brassica (aka cruciferous) vegetables are part of the mustard family (genus Brassicaceae) and cabbage family - giving them their sometimes “spicy” flavor.

The beautiful part of microgreens is that ounce for ounce they are more nutrient-dense than their full-size counterparts and are super easy to incorporate into meals.

Harvesting plants at the microgreen stage results in:

• Higher levels of vitamins (C, folate, thiamin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, niacin, etc.).
• Lower levels of “antinutrients” like phytate, oxalate, and tannins.
• Enhanced flavor
• Improved availability and absorption of minerals like iron and calcium
• Enhanced digestibility of protein found in the plant

Brassica vegetables have been studied to potentially:

• Prevent oxidative stress (which damages cells) by providing antioxidants
• Benefit neurodegenerative disease and heart disease
• Turn on detox enzymes in your body
• Increase phase II detoxification
• Support healthy detoxification and elimination of estrogen metabolites.
• May be beneficial for hormonal balance and prevention of estrogen-sensitive cancers.
• Support the immune system
• Decrease chronic inflammation
• Reduce the risk of cancers
• Lung, colon, pancreatic, breast, bladder, and prostate cancers
• Reduce and/or slow growth of cancer cells

Cooking (boiling) reduces the level of glucosinolates so we recommend that you consume these microgreens raw to obtain the most beneficial nutrients,

Looking to get the most brassica benefit from your microgreens? Chew mindfully! Chewing helps to break up the cell walls of the microgreens which release the enzyme myrosinase. Myrosinase can then come into contact with the glucosinolates changing them into isothiocyanates (like sulforaphane). Your gut bacteria help too, but chewing, chopping, etc. have the greatest impact on increasing sulforaphane (which is one of the most well-known beneficial phytochemicals in brassicas).

Put this blend in everything! We suggest putting a handful of these microgreens in your:

• Salads
• Sandwiches/Wraps
• Smoothies
• Savory Oatmeal
• Eggs

**Disclaimer: If undergoing chemotherapy only consume with the direction of your oncology provider. If low thyroid (or low iodine) concerns talk with your medical practitioner prior to consuming large quantities.

This is one of our favorite vegetables on the farm. They can be eaten raw, roasted, or steamed. Turnips are fat free, cholesterol free, and high in vitamin C.  

White, 1 lb.

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Health Benefits

• Glucosinolates, vitamin C, and flavonoids (antioxidants) help to prevent cancer
• Glucosinolates break down into indoles and isothiocyanates, which have anti-inflammatory properties
• Arvelexin (type of indole) blocks pro-inflammatory compounds
• Vitamin K helps with bone health
• Anthocyanins and sulfur compounds (glucosinolates) protect the liver 
• *turnip greens, as well as the root are also very nutritious. They contain vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron
• *if using the roots and greens, store the greens separately because they will wilt faster 

Fresh cilantro boasts a warm, nutty and spicy flavor, with a hint of tangy citrus-like flavor, reminiscent of an orange. Others describe a salty, lemony flavor, or an assertive sage-citrus taste. Light soft leaves have cut edges and the stem is succulent. Add bold flavor to anything from sauces to salads to cocktails!

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Health Benefits

• Potential anti-convulsant properties
• Has been found to bind to toxic metals in our body and eliminate them from the body 
• Carotene and lutein are carotenoids that have antioxidant capabilities 
• May help to regulate blood sugar 
• Have antimicrobial properties 
• Polyphenols help to prevent oxidative damage associated with heart issues

Rhubarb from The Chef’s Garden offers up tart, zesty flavor. Stalks are long and wide, with brilliant colors—ranging from light green to bright red—holding hues under fire.  Sustainably farmed, harvested fresh on order. 

1 lb.

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Health Benefits

• Rhubarb is high in dietary fiber, particularly insoluble fiber. Fiber adds bulk to the stool and helps prevent constipation, promoting regular bowel movements. Consuming fiber-rich foods like rhubarb can support a healthy digestive system.
• Rhubarb contains several antioxidants, such as anthocyanins, lycopene, and polyphenols. Antioxidants help protect the body's cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals, which may reduce the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease and certain types of cancer.
• Some compounds found in rhubarb, such as anthraquinones, have shown anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation is associated with various chronic conditions, and consuming foods with anti-inflammatory properties may help reduce inflammation in the body.
• Vitamin C supports immune function 
• Vitamin K supports bone health