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Crunchy Kohlrabi Salad
The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) delivers evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions through a combination of education strategies coupled with multi-level community changes that occur within the environment to promote healthy eating and active lifestyles.
This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).
Ingredients:
- 2-3 kohlrabi (2 cups), scrubbed with clean vegetable brush under running water, peeled, and cut into matchsticks
- 1 apple, gently rubbed under running water, cored, and cut into matchsticks
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or other)
- Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
Directions:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Wash and prepare kohlrabi and apple.
- In a large bowl, combine kohlrabi, apple, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
- To make the dressing, combine vinegar, vegetable oil, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper (if desired) in a small bowl until well combined.
- Add dressing to salad and toss.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Roasted Parmesan Rutabaga Fries
The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) delivers evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions through a combination of education strategies coupled with multi-level community changes that occur within the environment to promote healthy eating and active lifestyles.
This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).
Ingredients:
- 2 medium rutabagas, scrubbed with clean vegetable brush under running water, peeled
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 425⁰F. Spray a large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Cut rutabagas into 1/4-inch thick wedges.
- Place rutabaga wedges in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with garlic and Italian seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the rutabaga wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until they start to brown. Flip the wedges over and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the wedges are soft on the inside and well-browned, cooked through, and crispy on the outside.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Oven-Roasted Tomatillo Salsa
*Green tomatoes can be used in place of tomatillos.
**For less spicy salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeño.
Alternatively to the oven roasting method, tomatillos can also be toasted on the stovetop. Place husked and washed whole tomatillos in a large pan and toast over medium-high heat until skins brown and tomatillos soften.
Newsletter/Program: Nutrition Education Program Archive Link: https://food.unl.edu/nutrition-education-program-nepContact Info: Jean Ann FischerTaxonomy Term Description:The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) delivers evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions through a combination of education strategies coupled with multi-level community changes that occur within the environment to promote healthy eating and active lifestyles.
This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh tomatillos, husked, gently rubbed under running water*
- 2 jalapeños, scrubbed with clean vegetable brush under running water**
- 3 cloves garlic OR 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup onion, scrubbed with clean vegetable brush under running water, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, gently rubbed under cold running water (optional)
Directions:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Set your oven to broil. Spray a large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
- Remove husks from the tomatillos. Rinse with water and dry with a clean towel or paper towel.
- Cut tomatillos and jalapeños in half. Place cut side down on the prepared baking sheet. If using garlic cloves, place these on the tray to roast as well.
- Roast in the oven for 8 minutes, or until the tomatillo and jalapeño skins start to blacken.
- Remove the tray from the oven, and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Place roasted vegetables in a blender. Add chopped onions, lime juice, salt, and cilantro if desired. Blend until all the ingredients are finely chopped and mixed.
- Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, meat, chicken, or fish.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Four teens appointed to 4-H Leadership Ambassador program
Nebraska 4-H has appointed four members as 2023 4-H Youth Leadership Conference Ambassadors, including:
- Joshua Eisenmann, Colfax County
- Autumn Lindsley, Butler County
- Hannah Beel, Brown County
- Isabella Benne, Burt County
Youth Leadership Conference Ambassadors serve as the planning committee for the 4-H Youth Leadership Conference. Ambassadors meet monthly to plan and prepare for the conference while developing their leadership skills. By serving as an Ambassador, members will have the opportunity to build connections with one another, learn from adult mentors, and gain real-world leadership experience on a statewide level. To learn more about the leadership program or the 2023 Ambassadors, visit 4h.unl.edu/leadership-conference-ambassadors.
The Nebraska 4-H Youth Leadership Conference is an opportunity for all youth ages 14-18 to build connections with peers across the state, learn from adult mentors, and develop and practice leadership skills. Youth do not need to be enrolled in 4-H to attend the conference. The date and location for the 2023 Conference are yet to be determined. Please stay tuned to 4h.unl.edu/leadership-conference for updates.
2022 Nebraska Ballot Issues
Community Conversations with Jason Tuller
Last month I talked about “Three Wishes” for a community. With this column I’d like to continue that conversation with other questions I ask communities to learn about them.
One of the questions I ask when I visit a community is, “What should I see in the area?”