THE SWAG BLOG — veggies

Beetroot is a vegetable that's often overlooked in the kitchen, but it's actually incredibly versatile and packed with many health benefits. Not only is it low in calories and high in fibre, but it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, manganese, and potassium. And let's not forget that gorgeous, bright colour!

It’s leek season, and we’ve got a creamy recipe in our pocket that you can serve as a pre-dinner entree, a side dish or as a sauce with pasta. You can even add smoked salmon to it for a good source of protein.

No one likes a mushy cucumber!The Swag helps you keep cucumbers crunchy and nutrient-rich for weeks! Here’s a few tips to ensure you’re making the most out of your cucumbers with this simple storage hack! 

It’s meatless Monday, so why not try a pumpkin quiche? Quiche is a timeless classic and has dozens of variations available for all tastes. 

When it comes to healthy eating, salads are probably one of the first things you’ll think of. Thanks to @thenourishedchef, here’s a simple salad recipe with a delicious dressing you’ll be drooling over. 🤤

Learn how to keep your 'shrooms fresh for longer with these expert tips. Plus enjoy our delicious creamy vegan mushroom soup recipe! 

This one-pan veggie bake means we can spend more time with family and friends, while the oven does all the work. One of our favourite and simplest versions, with mixed vegetables, a little oil and black seed, this wholesome bake can be made anytime of the year, with any vegetables you have in the fridge that are in season! 

Did you know there is enough food produced globally to feed everyone? Over one third of all food produced is lost or wasted (1.3 billion tonnes) costing the global economy close to $940 billion each year. These 1.3 billion tonnes are enough to feed 870 million hungry people. Approximately 60% of the food wasted is fruit and vegetables however one in nine people around the world do not have enough food to eat, that’s 793 million people who are undernourished. Food waste causes 8% of the greenhouse gases heating the planet. In Australia: Over 5 million tonnes of food end...

It’s one thing many of us are guilty of. While we’re educated from a young age that fresh vegetables are one of the most important parts of our diet and should make up a significant portion of it, many of us simply don’t consume as many vegetables as we should. To try and encourage those of you reading this blog of the importance of eating veggies, we’ve outlined some of the health benefits of getting our 5 a day: 1. You get enough vitamins and minerals Fresh vegetables and fruit for that matter contain many vital vitamins and minerals necessary...