Are you ready to eat
healthier, eat more natural foods and save money? Spring is the perfect time to “bulk up” at the Hy-Vee
HealthMarket Bulk section. You can make a big difference in your family’s budget and health and your impact on the environment, simply by buying bulk foods whenever possible
The
overall BENEFITS OF BULK can be summarized in three key points:
· Economic– Buying in bulk can save
money. You can purchase the amount
you need. Experiment with new
products by trying a small amount.
You also save money because you are not paying for fancy labels or
expensive packaging and advertising.
· Health – Buying in bulk encourages
healthful eating by offering a broad selection of natural and organic products
that can be purchased in the exact quantity desired. Bulk bins are replenished and rotated often to keep
ingredients fresh. Keep in mind you can cook bulk items, such as whole-grains or
beans, and freeze extra for future use. This saves time day-to-day and keeps a
ready supply of health-promoting foods in the convenience of your freezer.
· Environment – Eliminating packaging reduces
carbon footprints and lessens the amount of garbage that ends up in
landfills. Buying in bulk also streamlines
the transportation needed to deliver goods to market.
Bulk Basics
What Can I Buy in Bulk?
Some of the items you can buy in bulk include
legumes (assorted dry beans, peas and lentils), whole grains, flour, pasta,
cereals, nuts, nut mixes and nut butters, seeds, dried fruit, snacks and
treats, herbs, spices, salts and peppercorns, tea and coffee.
How Do I Shop in Bulk?
·
Fill the provided bag with the amount of the
item you want.
· Set the bag on the scale to weigh.
Enter the PLU number you see on the bulk bin. Verify the price and amount. Print price sticker and attach
to bulk item.
· Take to checkout as usual.
The cashier will scan your item with the rest of your purchases.
· Ask for assistance if needed.
Quinoa with Latin Flavors
Serves 6
(2/3 cup each).
Active time:
30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
All you need
1 cup quinoa
2 teaspoons
Hy-Vee canola oil
1 medium
onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce)
can Hy-Vee diced green chiles
2 cloves
garlic, minced
1 (14 ounce)
can reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/4 cup
pepitas, toasted
3/4 cup
coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup
chopped scallions
2
tablespoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon
salt
All you do
1. Toast
quinoa in a large dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until it
crackles and becomes aromatic, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a fine sieve and
rinse thoroughly.
2. Heat oil
in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until
softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chiles and garlic; cook, stirring, for 30
seconds. Add the quinoa and broth; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to maintain a
gentle simmer, cover and cook until the quinoa is tender and most of the liquid
has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
3. Add
pepitas, cilantro, scallions, lime juice and salt to the quinoa; mix gently and
fluff with a fork.
Nutrition facts per serving: 171 calories; 6g
fat (1g sat, 2g mono); 0mg cholesterol; 24g carbohydrate; 7 g protein; 3g
fiber; 331mg sodium; 363mg potassium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin C (25% daily value),
Magnesium (23% dv), Iron (20% dv).
Carbohydrate servings: 2
Source: adapted from Eating Well, Inc.
A healthy diet is one that helps maintain or improve general health.
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