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Indigo Cherry Tomatoes
At first glance, the Indigo Rose cherry tomato strikes a curios chord. Its skin is glossy and smooth and the fruit has the quintessential cherry tomato shape and size
French Breakfast Radish
This oblong heirloom radish's vibrant color graduates to a white tip. Very crisp, the lovely color makes it a popular favorite. Quaintly named, this variety is topped with bright greens and offers an excellent mildly sharp flavor.
Grower
Green almonds are available in the early spring for a very brief 8 week period, beginning typically in late March or early April.
Green almonds have a typically almond shape, but are distinguishable by their fuzzy and velvet-like green outer skin. The inner flesh of the Green almond is unique, offering a soft jelly consistency within a skinless nut. The inner nut has a delicate creamy outer skin. The soft internal flesh offers a unique flavor with mild floral and grass like notes, with an overall fruity savor.
Trans-fat-free and cholesterol-free, fresh green almonds provide the same nutritional benefits as dry roasted almonds which include protein, dietary fiber, vitamin E, calcium, iron and a trace of vitamin C. One-fourth cup contains about 180 calories.
The young nut taste pairs well with compatible lemony flavors. A myriad of fish entrées and seafood specialties love its complementary accent. Serve with lobster, snapper, cod, shrimp, halibut, scallops, clam and oysters. To store, keep refrigerated up to three weeks.
A member of the peach family, which explains their fuzzy feel, green almonds are grown locally at Weiser Farms in California. Specializing in root vegetables, Weiser Farms has been growing premium vegetables since 1977. Ideal sandy soil for producing superior products, Weiser Farms' one hundred-twenty acres allows vital crop rotation resulting in top quality produce.
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Recipes that include Fresh Green Almonds. One
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Seasons/Availability
Green almonds are available in the early spring for a very brief 8 week period, beginning typically in late March or early April.
Description/Taste
Green almonds have a typically almond shape, but are distinguishable by their fuzzy and velvet-like green outer skin. The inner flesh of the Green almond is unique, offering a soft jelly consistency within a skinless nut. The inner nut has a delicate creamy outer skin. The soft internal flesh offers a unique flavor with mild floral and grass like notes, with an overall fruity savor.
Nutritional Value
Trans-fat-free and cholesterol-free, fresh green almonds provide the same nutritional benefits as dry roasted almonds which include protein, dietary fiber, vitamin E, calcium, iron and a trace of vitamin C. One-fourth cup contains about 180 calories.
Applications
The young nut taste pairs well with compatible lemony flavors. A myriad of fish entrées and seafood specialties love its complementary accent. Serve with lobster, snapper, cod, shrimp, halibut, scallops, clam and oysters. To store, keep refrigerated up to three weeks.
Geography/History
A member of the peach family, which explains their fuzzy feel, green almonds are grown locally at Weiser Farms in California. Specializing in root vegetables, Weiser Farms has been growing premium vegetables since 1977. Ideal sandy soil for producing superior products, Weiser Farms' one hundred-twenty acres allows vital crop rotation resulting in top quality produce.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Prepkitchen Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-247-0394 |
| Aztec Shops Catering | San Diego CA | 619-594-7641 |
| Fabrice Poigin (VIP) | San Diego CA | 619-804-2888 |
| Cafe Chloe | San Diego CA | 619-232-3242 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| La Costa Blue Fire | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Bistro West | Carlsbad CA | 760-431-9195 |
| Nine - Ten | San Diego CA | 858-964-5400 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| The Rose Wine Pub on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-280-1815 |
| Bertrand at Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Fresh Green Almonds. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
People have spotted Fresh Green Almonds using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 24 days ago, 3/26/14 Spotter's comments : Fresh Green Almonds spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Kennedy Farm Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States About 31 days ago, 3/19/14 Spotter's comments : Very fresh and citrusy. nice clean flavor. Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States About 31 days ago, 3/19/14 Spotter's comments : Fresh Green Almonds spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Fat Uncle Farms "1st of Season" Marina Kitchen Near San Diego, California, United States About 326 days ago, 5/28/13 Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States About 360 days ago, 4/24/13 Spotter's comments : Fat Uncle Farms has fresh green almonds. These almonds have a nice balanced acidity. |
