As spring is in the air, we plan our next harvest cycle from April through August. We harvest seaweed approximately 40 days out of the year, all on the new and full moons in the summer, because these are the lowest tides of the year and because we can dry the seaweeds outside.
We appreciate our regular customers and are always happy to introduce seaweed to more people as our new customers, so for the next 15 days, we are offering 15% off any seaweed order placed!
Seaweed, which is marine algae that comes in brown, red, or green forms, has been an important food to coastal communities through the millennia. Throughout history, people worldwide have understood how important tapping into seaweed was for survival. Asian countries have used seaweed for centuries in dishes like sushi, salads, and rice. Pacific Islanders mix it with vegetables; in the British Isles, seaweed is eaten with oatmeal. Here on the North Coast of California, Pomo tribal members have eaten nori fried and in breads forever. What’s intriguing is that seaweed offers an abundant, sustainable source of food that can be grown without the need for land, irrigation, or chemicals. It grows wild on the Mendocino Coast, which is even better!
This month’s recipe is easy, healthy, and delicious. It’s perfect for breakfast or any time you need a little pick-me-up. Try the Seaweed Mixed Berry Smoothie below.
Don’t Forget!!
This is a once-a-year sale for us, so stock up on seaweeds you may use throughout the year! Take advantage of 15% off any seaweed order until April 15th with the code 15percent
SEAWEED MIXED BERRY SMOOTHIE
Sip your smoothie like a mermaid with this creamy, delicious, nutritious Seaweed Mixed Berry Smoothie recipe. This healthy, gluten-free, vegan smoothie is packed with star nutrition power, compliments of your favorite combo of fresh or frozen berries, kale, carrots, flaxseeds, banana, plant-based milk, and edible seaweed.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons dried seaweed (I use dulse flakes, bull kelp, or nori)
- 8 ounces fresh or frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries)
- 1 banana (frozen or fresh)
- 1 cup coarsely chopped kale or spinach
- 1 medium carrot chopped into chunks
- ¼ cup ground flax seeds
- 1 ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk (oat, almond, coconut)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place seaweed, berries, kale/spinach, carrot, flax seeds, banana, and milk in a blender.
- Process until very smooth (2-3 minutes)
- Pour into two large glasses (about 1 ½ cups each)
- Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate in covered jars until serving time!