HORTA | Boiled Dandelion Greens an unknown super food
HORTA (Boiled Dandelion Greens)
I have so many fun stories about horta. In Greece, horta is served everywhere and it is often served at home, too. I have many memories of my grandmother coming into our backyard and filling a bag with the freshly dug dandelions while I played with my friends. At the time it was mortifying, but now I really appreciate it. In Greece people still dig up dandelions whenever they see them because the greens are such a delicacy!
Makes 2 servings
1 large dandelion greens, thoroughly washed
Salt for water
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Juice from ½ fresh lemon
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the dandelion greens and boil them for about 10 minutes. The leaves will turn a darker green and become will be completely wilted.
Remove the greens from the water with a slotted spoon and allow them to drain, reserving the water the cool and drink later.
Place the drained greens on a serving plate, drizzle the olive oil and top, followed by the lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
Serve warm!
Simple Sole Over Dandelion Greens Recipe
Pan Seared Sole over quick sautéed Dandelion greens makes a quick and nutritious week night meal.
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Dandelion with Nancy Phillips + Two Recipes for Creamed Dandelion Greens
What to treat to sit down with herbalist and author, Nancy Phillips, to discuss dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)! Who couldn’t use an herbal friend that:
► Supports our hardworking livers (which may beautify our complexions, too!)
► Is rich in inulin to feed the beneficial bacteria in our guts
► Is bursting with nutrients AND enhances digestion
► Benefits pollinators
But, as if all that wasn’t enough, dandelions usher in joy with their sunny blossoms and whimsical seedheads. These unique plants serve as models of resilience and tenacity while simultaneously inviting the child in all of us to play.
There’s a lot to love about dandelions!
Nancy shares two delicious recipes for dandelion greens, too. (Now I have even more reasons to await Spring with happy anticipation!)
By the end of this episode, you’ll know:
► Why growing a plant yourself is such a special way to get to know it
► Why to pay attention to your intuitive nudges when choosing which herb to work with
► The easiest way to make dandelion wine (this could become a fun seasonal celebration!)
► The benefits of focusing on getting to know just a few herbs really deeply
Here is one of my favorite takeaways from our conversation:
“If there’s a possibility of growing a plant and seeing it move from seed to seedling and to see it through the seasons, that’s really my favorite way to get to know plants.” (06:37)
For those who don’t already know Nancy, she is an herbalist, yoga/Ayurveda instructor, and small-scale farmer. She delights in supporting people on their path to finding more peace, joy, and vitality through healing herbs, healthy food and strengthening their connection to Earth and Spirit. She and her daughter, Gracie, lovingly tend Heartsong Farm, an herb farm, organic apple orchard, and holistic educational center. They offer consultations, workshops, grower’s intensives, and healing retreats at their farm in Northern NH. Nancy and her husband, Michael, co-authored The Herbalist’s Way: The Art and Practice of Healing with Plant Medicines.
I’m so glad to share our conversation with you today!
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-- TIMESTAMPS --
01:17 - Introduction to Nancy Phillips
04:05 - How Nancy fell in love with herbs
06:59 - The Herbalist’s Way
09:27 - Folding multiple disciplines into herbalism
12:18 - Why Nancy chose dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) as a focus for this interview
15:12 - The gifts of dandelion in the orchard
17:39 - Nancy’s favorite dandelion tea
18:58 - Dandelion greens on the dinner table
21:29 - Medicinal differences between raw and roasted dandelion root
26:03 - Making dandelion wine
27:25 - Other ways to enjoy dandelion as food
28:05 - Closing thoughts about dandelions
30:12 - Nancy’s current projects
33:17 - Cultivate deep relationships with a core group of herbs
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Yes, I did knit my sweater! Pattern is: Very V Raglan by Jessie Maed Designs.
-- DISCLAIMER --
The herbal and plant information in this video is for educational purposes only. The information contained is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other medical professional. If you have or suspect that you have a serious health problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Always consult with a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition.