WSU Extension Chelan/Douglas/Okanogan SNAP-Ed Nutrition

07/25/2025

🍅🍝 Homemade Garden Tomato Pasta Sauce 🌿❤️

There’s nothing like the taste of fresh tomatoes straight from the garden—and they make the BEST pasta sauce!

Here’s a simple way to turn your garden tomatoes into a delicious homemade sauce:

🥄 Ingredients:

Fresh tomatoes (chopped)

Garlic and onion (sautéed in a little olive oil)

A pinch of salt, pepper, and herbs like basil or oregano

Optional: diced carrots or bell pepper for added flavor and nutrition

Simmer everything together until the sauce thickens—about 30–40 minutes. Blend it smooth or leave it chunky, depending on how you like it!

✅ Budget-friendly
✅ No added sugar
✅ Full of fresh summer flavor

Perfect for pasta night, lasagna, or even pizza sauce! 🍕

🌱 Garden to table has never tasted so good!

🥫Recipe below uses canned tomatoes if fresh is not available.

07/23/2025

🌿💚 Fresh from the Garden: Green Beans! 🫘☀️

Green beans are growing strong this season—and they’re one of the easiest garden veggies to harvest, cook, and enjoy! Whether you steam them, sauté them with garlic, or toss them in a salad, green beans are full of crunch and nutrition.

🥣 Did you know? Green beans are:
✅ High in fiber
✅ A good source of vitamin C
✅ Naturally low in calories and sodium

🧑‍🍳 Try them:

Lightly steamed with a dash of lemon

Sautéed with onions and a splash of vinegar

Roasted with olive oil and seasonings

Garden-fresh and delicious any way you make them!

🌱 Are green beans growing in your garden this year?

07/21/2025

🥒🌿 Savor the Garden with Zucchini Sauté! 🍴☀️

Zucchini is bursting from the garden—let’s put it to good use with this quick and healthy Zucchini Sauté recipe! 🥘✨

All you need:

Fresh zucchini, sliced

A little olive oil

Garlic or onion for flavor

Optional: tomatoes, herbs, or a sprinkle of cheese

Simply sauté everything in a pan for a few minutes until tender. It’s that easy!

✅ Budget-friendly
✅ Ready in under 10 minutes
✅ A tasty way to eat more veggies

This dish makes a perfect side for any summer meal—and it’s a great way to use up your garden bounty or pantry produce!

🌱 What’s your favorite way to cook zucchini? Share below! ⬇️

07/18/2025

Thanks Clare! It was fun seeing all the smiling faces that visit the Peshastin Public Library and learning about the different varieties of marigolds! 🌱📚☀️

A big thank you to Jackie from Extension SNAP-Ed Nutrition for coming up to Peshastin this week! We had a great time exploring their mobile storywalk and planting marigold seeds. If you missed it, we'll keep the story walk up in the library yard through July 25th.

¡Muchísimas gracias a Jackie de WSU Extension por venir a Peshastin esta semana! Nos lo pasamos genial explorando su paseo de cuentos móvil y plantando semillas de caléndula. Si se lo perdieron, mantendremos el paseo de cuentos en el patio de la biblioteca hasta el 25 de julio.

07/18/2025

🥝💚 Kiwis: Small Fruit, Big Nutrition! 🌟

Don’t let their size fool you—kiwis are packed with powerful nutrition! Just one kiwi gives you more than a day’s worth of vitamin C, plus fiber, antioxidants, and a burst of sweet-tart flavor. 🍬🌿

🥄 Scoop and eat with a spoon
🍓 Add to fruit salads or yogurt
❄️ Blend into smoothies or freeze for fun kiwi popsicles!

Tip: You can even eat the fuzzy skin—just wash it well!

Kiwis are a fun, colorful way to mix up your fruit routine and keep your plate exciting. 🥗✨

07/16/2025

🍌🍫 Banana Cocoa Yogurt Pops – A Cool & Creamy Summer Treat! ❄️🥄

Craving something sweet, chocolatey, and actually good for you? Try these Banana Cocoa Yogurt Pops—made with just a few simple ingredients and no added sugar! 🙌

✨ Just blend:

Ripe bananas 🍌

Low-fat plain or vanilla yogurt 🥣

A spoonful of unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫

Pour into molds or small cups, add sticks, and freeze. That’s it! Easy, affordable, and kid-approved. 💛

💡 Bonus: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or peanut butter for a fun twist!

07/14/2025

🍓❄️ Cool Off with Frozen Fruit Pops! 🍍🍇

Looking for a fun and fruity way to beat the heat? Try making Frozen Fruit Pops with your favorite fruits and 100% fruit juice! They’re a refreshing, healthy treat kids and adults will love. 🍓🧊

No added sugar—just real fruit flavor! A perfect snack after playing outside or as a cool dessert. 😎🌞

👩‍🍳 Tip: Try combos like strawberry + pineapple, or blueberry + orange juice!

07/11/2025

🍓❄️ Cool Down with Creamy Popsicles! ☀️🥄

Beat the summer heat with these Creamy Yogurt & 100% Fruit Juice Popsicles! They’re a fun, refreshing treat you can feel good about—and they only take 2 ingredients!

💡 Tip: Add sliced fruit like strawberries or blueberries for extra flavor and fiber.

These pops are:
✅ Naturally sweet
✅ Packed with calcium
✅ Fun for kids to make
✅ SNAP budget-friendly

Perfect for a healthy summer snack or a sweet after-dinner treat!

Would you try this recipe at home? 🍧👇

07/10/2025

🥬 Easy Asparagus Roll-Ups – A Tasty, Budget-Friendly Bite! 🌱

🌿These Asparagus Roll-Ups are a fun, delicious snack or side dish the whole family can enjoy!

🥖🥬 Crispy outside, creamy inside—and packed with fiber and flavor!

💚 Eating veggies can be fun and tasty! Would you try this recipe? Let us know in the comments!

07/08/2025

🥒 Healthy Zucchini Bites – A Tasty Summer Snack! 🧀🌿

Looking for a delicious and healthy way to use up all that summer zucchini? These Healthy Zucchini Bites are packed with flavor in every bite! Perfect for snacking or a light appetizer.

✅ Kid-approved
✅ Easy to make
✅ A fun way to eat more veggies!

07/04/2025

🇺🇸🎆 Celebrate the 4th with a Star-Spangled Fruit Parfait! 🎆🇺🇸

Looking for a fun, fresh, and festive treat? These Red, White & Blue Fruit Parfaits are a perfect way to cool down and celebrate! 🎉

Layer in a cup or jar:
❤️ Fresh strawberries or raspberries
🤍 Vanilla yogurt
💙 Blueberries

Top with a sprinkle of granola or a few star-shaped fruit pieces for extra flair! ⭐️

A healthy, delicious snack kids and adults will love—no baking required!
Make them ahead for your BBQ, picnic, or fireworks night! 🎇

🎉 What’s your favorite 4th of July snack? Share with us below! 👇

07/02/2025

🍓 Strawberry S’mores – A Summer Twist on a Classic! 🍓

✨ It’s a simple, sweet, and slightly healthier twist your whole family will love. Perfect for BBQs, backyard hangouts, or any summer night under the stars. 🌙

Would you try it? Let us know in the comments! 👇