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Quick Pickled Onions

Make these once and they’ll become a staple in your fridge. Made with our Apple Cider Vinegar, they’re a delicious topper for salads, sandwiches, burgers, and grilled sausages. Use any type of onion you like! Makes 2 cups 2 cups of water 1 medium onion, about 5 ounces, peeled and thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt… read more

Pineapple Pickled Peppers

This simple combination of jalapenos pickled in Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar is a winner. Try these in stir-fry’s and on fish tacos, hot dogs, and pizza. 1/2 lb jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced 1 cup Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar 1 cup water 2 tablespoons salt Place your sliced jalapenos in a container or jar. Heat the… read more

Aioli

This aioli recipe comes from Alice Waters cookbook The Art of Simple Food and can be adapted with different herbs and styles of olive oil. For a basic aioli, we like to use We Olive Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil for it’s mild olive flavor. You can use a more robust EVOO if you prefer bolder… read more

Basil Puree

We are addicted to this recipe for Basil Puree from Deborah Madison. It’s the perfect way to use an abundance of basil and it keeps in the fridge for weeks. Toss it with pasta or cooked veggies, drizzle it on soups, pizzas or grilled meats, and add a tablespoon to your vinaigrette. We used We… read more

Fresh Corn Succotash

This is the perfect summer side. Minimal cooking time. Bright, fresh flavors. And it’s versatile. We made a big batch of this and served it with fried chicken. The next day we tossed with pasta and sautéed shrimp. And on the third day we used to garnish a chilled tomato soup…with a big drizzle of… read more

Lemon Herb Marinade

This lemon herb marinade is our go-to for summer grilling. It’s fantastic on chicken, seafood and especially vegetables. We used fresh oregano and parsley in this version, but you can swap out any fresh herbs you have on hand. If you don’t have Meyer Lemon Olive Oil, use regular extra virgin olive oil and the… read more

Strawberry Balsamic Smash

We love a good smash and this one features fresh strawberries, basil and our Strawberry White Balsamic Vinegar. We use gin in this recipe, but vodka works nicely here as well. If you like this recipe try our Peach Balsamic Smash and our Pineapple Balsamic Smash! Serves 1 1 teaspoon Strawberry White Balsamic Vinegar 3… read more

Zucchini & Summer Squash with Lemon & Herbs

This simple zucchini recipe is an easy summer side dish and can be made with any fresh herbs that you have on hand. If you don’t have Lemon Olive Oil, substitute regular EVOO and a teaspoon of lemon zest if you have it. If you have leftovers, add them to this Bulgur & Toasted Corn… read more

Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar Smoothie

This 130 calorie, no sugar added balsamic vinegar smoothie tastes like desert but makes a great energy-boosting breakfast before a workout! Serves 2 Ingredients 1 banana 1 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 cup nonfat milk 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon Aged Balsamic Vinegar or Strawberry White Balsamic Vinegar Place all ingredients in a blender and… read more

Savory Yogurt with Balsamic Tomatoes & Cucumber

This savory yogurt recipe is satisfying and delicious and only 150 calories to boot! The Aged Balsamic Vinegar adds a sweet counterpoint to tangy Greek yogurt and robust EVOO. This is our go-to snack when we need an energy boost for an evening workout. Serves 1 Ingredients 1/3 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 1/3… read more