< PreviousAdd flavor and color to your snacks & recipes with Sangria® Medley Tomatoes. Discover the unique profiles of each and get inspiration from content creator Heather Englund and our Chef partners. The colors and flavors of the Sangria® Medley Tomatoes remind us of summer drawing to a close, the departure of warmer weather, and depending where you are located in North America, the transition to crisp fall days. Sangria® Medley Tomatoes offer the perfect shift from a pop in your mouth fresh summer snack to being included in your favorite fall recipes cooked at home. The array of flavors, from sweet to tart in the medley, makes them perfect for roasting, garnishing a pizza, or topping on a rustic fall salad. HEATHER ENGLUND @fitmamarealfood When a Holistic Nutrition Coach, Mama of four, recipe developer, and foodie gives tomatoes a 5+ rating… heads turn! Our friend in food, Heather Englund loved the flavor and range of colors in the Sangria® Medley Tomatoes and put them to work in her kitchen. Heather created a Grilled Southwest Chicken Salad which the juice, freshness, and over all deliciousness of the Sangria® Medley paired perfectly with. MATT MASTRONARDI Executive Vice President & Partner 20 TASTE THE RAINBOW 21 GRILLED SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD Let’s learn more about Sangria® Medley Tomatoes: Matt Mastronardi, our Executive Vice President & Partner, knows a great tomato when he tastes it. In this case, one tomato just wasn’t’ enough! His goal was to create the best medley possibly, complete with colors, tastes, and textures of the rainbow. Our Sangria® Medley Tomatoes offer a world of possibility and a new adventure with each bite. We sat down with Matt to explore all things Sangria® Q: What was your goal when you created the Sangria® Medley Tomato program? Matt: We created Sangria® so consumers once in a single purchase. The tomato section is massive in the grocery store and can be somewhat overwhelming - this gives consumers the opportunity to create unique dishes, from one simple package of tomatoes, using the various what they are making. Q: How many varieties are in the Sangria® Medley? Matt: We aim for 5-6 varieties with at least 3-4 different colors. The varieties can change so it is always an adventure in every pack. We are constantly trailing new varieties in our greenhouses to give consumers a unique eating experience. Q: Why was each tomato selected? Matt: Each tomato is unique, so we select them based on color, shape, and true assortment in every pack that you pick up at your local grocery store, with Q: How do you like to eat Sangria® tomatoes? Matt: Personally, I love them fresh and to grab them on the go. Whenever I bring them home my kids race to pick their favorite tomato from the pack, usually the sweeter ones! It’s like picking your favorite candy from the bowl and there is always a variety for everyone. They can be cooked, roasted, or added to a sauce but my go-to is fresh, right out of the pack. I really enjoy walking the endless rows of our greenhouses to see the different varieties come to life so to eventually seeing them in a pack is very rewarding as I know what it took for those tomatoes to get there. Q: Does the color of a tomato have anything to do with the taste? Matt: Absolutely! Every tomato, whether its red, brown, pink, orange, yellow, or eating experience. It’s the balances of and the skin and meat of the tomato add to the crunch and overall eating experience. Varieties are consistently changing - Yellow and Orange tomatoes however we have seen new yellow and orange varieties with some pretty also less acidic which consumers enjoy using in different dishes. Q: What is the next tomato you are on the search for? sure. A snacking tomato with a great crunch but unique sweetness levels could really add to the Sangria® Medley experience. We will continue to search for tomatoes and possibly narrow down the selection in the medley so it is a go to snack option with an abundance of really eating the rainbow! 15 minmedium422 Let’s kick it off with staying young. Who doesn’t want to look their best and erase a few years off their appearance? Staying hydrated is one step toward healthier and younger looking skin. Fresh vegetables help you hydrate as you enjoy their array of flavors and limit sodium intake that can sneak up on you in salty snacks. Also, tomatoes are high in lycopene which can help protect your skin from sun burns and slow the aging process. Many vegetables are full of cancer-fighting nutrients that may reduce the risk of certain types of cancer along with other diseases. Vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E are some of the powerhouse vitamins to ensure you are including in your fresh diet. Peppers contain vitamin A and can prevent symptoms of deficiency which is the leading cause of blindness. Vitamin C which is found in tomatoes, helps protect against, while also lowering, cholesterol for a healthier heart. Vitamin E is an essential vitamin that improves muscle function and can help reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer and is present in all varieties of peppers. 1. 2. We all know that vegetables are good for us, but we don’t always do what is best for us. With busy lifestyles, eating out, and grab- and-go snacks, sometimes we don’t give our bodies the nutrients we need or crave. Summer seems to be the season of fresh but let’s take a look at the benefits of eating fresh this fall. REASONS TO STAY FRESH THIS FALL! 5 MINI CUCUMBERS A great source of fibre and high in potassium23 Decreasing your blood sugar can help reduce the risk of diabetes. Since vegetables are you healthy and active, while not causing spikes in your blood sugar. Simply try adding a few additional vegetables to everyday meals to lower your overall caloric intake. We know you will feel more energized! for overall gut health. Eating a diverse array ensuring your diet is high in fresh vegetables is one of the best ways to maintain a healthy gut. Your physical and mental wellness are connected back to the center of your body and ultimately a happy gut. Seeing is believing. By eating fresh vegetables, you will not only feel great, but you can help to maintain your eye health. Most people spend more and more hours in front of screens today, so why not snack on fresh vegetables throughout the day to ensure you are getting enough carotenoids. Carotenoids help reduce the risk of age-related mascular degeneration and can be found in red peppers. Slice up some peppers the next time you sit down in front of a screen to ensure healthy eyes. 3. 4. 5. Eating fresh this fall will help to maintain against pesky illnesses that tend to surface in the fall and winter. Incorporating fresh greenhouse fruits and vegetables in your snacks and meals will pave the way for you to feel vibrant, full of life, and ready to take on all that fall has to offer. TOMATOES ON-THE-VINE High in calcium with a boost of SWEET BELL PEPPERS Packed full of calcium and potassium 24 Uno Bites™ Nano Cucumbers are a unique variety that is amazing to watch grow and pairs with a ton and one that grows REALLY fast according to Head Grower Isaak Fast. From planting to production, these Nano sized cucumbers only take about 10-14 harvested, these little gems can grow in 4-6 days! They grow so fast that they are actually harvested twice per day. The spec is so small that the size of the Nano in the morning might not be the right size, but if you wait until the next morning, it is too large! Isaak loves growing Nano Cucumbers because they are consistent and a balanced crop, but don’t be fooled, for such a cute little snacking option they require a lot of labour. Almost 2.5 times the amount of labour when compared to other greenhouse crops! When we say out of this world, we mean it! Often cucumbers are thought of as green and purely good for dipping, dunking, and dicing. Well… we just don’t agree. Admittedly, our passion for cucumbers may be a little stronger than the average snacker, so join us on a deep dive into the wonderous world of Uno Bites™. They are far from just another green vegetable!25 PICKLED CUCUMBER ACHAAR CITRUS CUCUMBER BLUEBERRY SALAD 20 mineasy2 12 mineasy4 Now that we have your attention on how Uno Bites™ grow, and the wonders of the greenhouse, let’s look at the endless ways to eat and enjoy these little treasures. You don’t have to hear it from us… we have lots of Uno Bites™ fans willing to share their excitement. raves that Uno Bites™ are ALWAYS a favorite we can’t help but get excited along with her! Laura Ashley Johnson @dinnerin321 just loves Uno Bites™ and gushes that ‘they are excellent as dippers, chopped/sliced, or just great to snack on!’ You won’t want to miss @dinnerin321’s Lemon Blueberry Salad and Parmesan Toast featuring none other than Uno Bites™. MORE OUT OF THIS WORLD UNO BITES™ RECIPES LAURA ASHLEY JOHNSON @dinnerin321 Tanya Anurag @tanyas.bowlsandbrushes claims ‘I always love to have these cucumbers in my kitchen as they are a family favorite. They taste great and are always fresh.’ Tanya takes Uno Bites™ on and adventure and incorporates the crispness, along with spices into her Cucumber Achaar. THERE’S A PEPPER GROWN just for you! Peppers come in all shapes and sizes which makes them great to explore. We must admit that every Pure Flavor® greenhouse grown pepper is unique and offers flavors fit for every occasion. In every season, we’re always growing fresh peppers in convenient shapes, sizes, and colors for your family to enjoy. Whether you are chopping and snacking, dicing and cooking, or sitting down to a homemade meal with friends and family, we have picked the perfect pepper for you. AURORA SWEET LONG PEPPERS Premium peppers that are enjoyably sweet and refreshingly crisp. AURORA BITES MINI SWEET PEPPERS The super sweet, bite-sized snacking pepper that kids crave and parents love. SWEET BELL PEPPERS Explore a world of radiant color and rich sweet flavors. The adventure awaits! CRAFT HOUSE COLLECTION® SHISHITO PEPPERS A savory, bite-sized pepper with an elusive bite that ignites the senses. 2627 Top 10 pepper recipes from our website: 1. Stuffed and Roasted Bell Peppers 2. Mini Pepper Egg Bites 3. Chill Stuffed Peppers 4. Shishito Pesto Pasta 5. Classic Stuffed Peppers 6. Asian Vegetable Medley 7. Charcuterie Board Boats 8. Fire Roasted Peppers 9. Mini Pepper Pizza 10. Seared Tuna in Spanish Escabeche Did you know - 10 pepper facts: • Low in calories • High in Vitamin C – higher than an orange! • High in Vitamin B6 • Peppers are actually a fruit since they have seeds • Some parts of the world call them Capsicum • Grown year round in a greenhouse • Bell Peppers come in a range of colours: green, orange, yellow, red, white, brown, and purple! • The sweetest pepper is the red Bell Pepper • 1 in 10 Shishito Peppers can be spicy! • Aurora Mini Sweet Peppers have a seed cap that make them easy to chop or bite into DISCOVER MORE PEPPER RECIPES CHILI STUFFED PEPPERS MINI PEPPER EGG BITES 32 min easy 12 55 min easy 6LIVE-FIRE COOKING: THE GRILLING EXPERIENCE MIKE MENDEZ MAKE ANYTIME FEEL LIKE ISLAND TIME! AMBER BOGARDUS @a_toastedcrumb LUNCH BOX IDEAS YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE! ERIN KANE @parker_mama4 THE BLOGGING JOURNEY @ PURE FLAVOR ® We love blogging and sharing our passion for fresh greenhouse grown fruits & vegetables, healthy active lifestyles, family, and the journey we are all on to Live Deliciously®! No time is better than now to come explore some partners, and even our internal creative team, that truly do fuel healthy lives. QUICK FACT Almost 5000 people have visited the Pure Flavor® blog section on our website this year! 28HOW TO CHOOSE AND STORE FRESH VEGGIES PURE FLAVOR @pureflavor HOW TO GET YOUR KIDS TO LOVE VEGGIES IN 4 SIMPLE WAYS PURE FLAVOR @pureflavor THE TRUTH ABOUT EATING YOUR VEGGIES PURE FLAVOR @pureflavor We post new blogs weekly full of motivating and mouth-watering topics ready to be devoured… along with your favorite greenhouse snack! Take a deep dive into all our blogs! As a brand partner, your lively content can be a part of our social media, eNewsletters, media publications, and, of course, the Live Deliciously® magazine – Pure Flavor® influencer content was seen over 854,000 times in 2021 with over 1.6 million impressions! Send an email to: community@pure-flavor.com WANT TO BECOME A BLOGGER? Are you passionate about fruits and vegetables and what you put in your body? As a creative writer and blogger, you could become a Pure Flavor® brand partner and work with a brand that strives to Live Deliciously®. We have lofty goals of bringing North Americans along on our journey to promote healthy & active lifestyles. 29 VIEW ALL OUR BLOGS Next >