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The Organic Box
We stand behind our name! Filled with the best variety of seasonal, organic fruits & vegetables, perfect for a family of 2-4.
Asparagus - Half Bunch
YUM - a definite favourite around here. This is a mixed sized bunch of asparagus!</br> </br> Asparagus is low in calories and is very low in sodium. It is a good source of vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium and zinc, and a very good source of dietary fibre, protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, rutin, niacin, folic acid, iron, phosphorus, potassium, copper, manganese and selenium, as well as chromium, a trace mineral that enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the bloodstream into cells. The amino acid asparagine gets its name from asparagus, as the asparagus plant is relatively rich in this compound.
Pepper - Bell - Lotto - Organic
You will receive one red, yellow or orange pepper (occasionally we may send a green pepper if we are out of red, yellow or orange)
Cabbage - Green
Fresh local cabbage. Green and crisp. Definitely delicious. </br></br>Cabbage, particularly short cooked or raw cabbage, contains sinigrin. Sinigrin has been shown to have unique cancer preventative properties, specifically for bladder, prostate, and colon cancer. A great source of vitamins K, C, and A.
Mushrooms - White Button
White mushrooms have a mild, earthy flavor. Though their flavor is pleasantly subtle—almost bland—when raw, it deepens nicely as they are cooked. These mushrooms are available year-round but are at their peak in fall and winter.
Onions - Shallots
Shallots are favoured for their mild onion flavour, and can be used in the same manner as onions. </br></br>Very similar to onions in nutritional value. Expect high levels of flavenoids and polyphenols from these shallots. Rather than degrade when cooked, many of these nutrients seep into the water, or oils, that the onions are cooking in.
Ginger Root - Fair Trade
There is nothing better than a little bit of ginger added to your tea, smoothie, or stir-fry.
Squash - Butternut
Butternut squash is a fruit that can be roasted, toasted, or pureed for soups, casseroles, breads, and muffins. </br> </br> All squashes provide vitamin A and vitamin C, some of the B vitamins, and are a good source of fibre. They are also rich in carotenoids. The darker the flesh of the squash the higher the concentration of beta-carotene.
Carrots - Orange - Lunds - 1 lb
Lunds soil creates amazingly sweet carrots!! Folks drive miles just for them.
Radish
A bunch of bright red radish! This variety has a milder flavour than most radishes, and adds some serious crunch to any salad. </br> </br> Radishes contain adequate levels of folates, vitamin B-6, riboflavin, thiamin and minerals such as iron, magnesium, copper and calcium. They are great sources of vitamin C, and contain health promoting anti-oxidants in the form of sulphorane.
Apples - Gala
Gala apples are one of the most common varieties of apple. They are a cross between the Cox Pippen, Red Delicious and Golden Delicious. </br> </br> Gala apples are a great snacking fruit as they are low in calories, high in water content and offer a fair amount of vitamins A, C and B. They also contain a dietary fiber known as pectin, which has been shown to lower cholesterol levels and help prevent heart attacks. They also contain trace amounts of boron, which has been touted for its ability to help build strong bones.
Pomegranate
What a sweet treat! The seeds are great for in granola, salads, and sauces. The fruit contains a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our health in many ways. The seeds are great for in granola, salads, and sauces. The fruit contains a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our health in many ways.
Citrus - Oranges - Navel
Juicy, sweet, and California grown, these delicious Navels are sure to impress. </br> </br> Oranges are rich in fibre, folate, and of course vitamin C which contributes heavily to oranges antioxidant protection and immune support. Feeling sick? Eat some oranges!
The Local Farm Box
Designed for locavores! Filled with locally-sourced fruits & vegetables first, while still ensuring there is a variety to feed a family of 2-4.
Avocado - Hass
Avocados are also known as 'Alligator Pears'. They're great chopped in a salad, garnishing a soup, spread on toast or lightly salted. </br> </br> Avocados are a good source of folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin K, fibre, potassium, and healthy unsaturated fats. They're also a good source of cartenoids, which are good for anti-inflammation.
Greens - Chard
These beautiful vibrant green leaves are a perfect addition to your smoothies. Swiss Chard also tastes delicious sauteed with vegetables. </br></br>Packed with essential nutrients, Chard is a great source of Vitamins A,C,E, and K. It also contains sodium and a good chunk of protein.
Cucumber - Long English - Local
Peppers - Bell - Mixed Mini Sweets - Local
Perfect pepper for stuffing, fresh eating or sauteing. Mini-bell peppers make attractive appetizers and hors d'ouevres. </br> </br> Low in calories, bell peppers are fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free. An excellent source of vitamin C, one raw bell pepper provides more of this nutrient than one cup of orange juice.
Tomatoes - Vine - Red - Local
Red on the vine tomatoes are four or five tomatoes to a bunch. Bright red, dense flesh, super sweet.
Mushrooms - Crimini Brown
Crimini mushrooms are our hardworking, standard mushroom variety. Wonderful in soups, salads, sandwiches and especially sauteed! </br> </br> Replace your white buttons with these and enjoy the enhanced flavour and texture. These grow up to eventually become the beloved portabello. Crimini mushrooms are a good source of vitamin D and B vitamins, making it a great immune boosting treat.
Leek
Enjoy the mild & sweet onion taste of leeks. Great for sauteeing, or in quiches. </br> </br> Leeks are a good source of iron, vitamin C and folate. They, like other Allum family members (onions, garlic), are rich in antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavenoids. This means they're healthy for our hearts.
Squash - Butternut
Butternut squash is a fruit that can be roasted, toasted, or pureed for soups, casseroles, breads, and muffins. </br> </br> All squashes provide vitamin A and vitamin C, some of the B vitamins, and are a good source of fibre. They are also rich in carotenoids. The darker the flesh of the squash the higher the concentration of beta-carotene.
Beets - Red - Bag
These are red beets and are rich in antioxidants and other health promoting vitamins and minerals. Try them raw, roasted, pickled, or pureed into soups. </br></br>The betalin pigments present in beets have repeatedly been shown to support activity within the body's detoxification process, activating and processing unwanted toxic substances up with small nutrient groups. Great source of folate and manganese.
Apples - Pink Lady
A sweet and crisp apple with a pink hue. An all time favourite at The Organic Box.</br> </br> Pink Lady apples are rich in dietary fiber and contain vitamin A as well as a quarter of your days vitamin C needs. An average Pink Lady apple contains between 50 and 60 calories and has a high water content. They also contain boron, which helps to strengthen bones and pectin, which aids in digestion.
Pear - Asian
Despite having a texture similar to that of apples, Asian pears closely resemble other pear varieties in their nutritional profile. These fruits are high in fiber, low in calories and contain a number of micronutrients that are important for blood, bone and cardiovascular health. Although delicious on their own, the light sweetness and crispy texture of Asian pears makes them a unique addition to any salad or stir fry.
Citrus - Satsuma Mandarin - Bag
This is an easy peeling orange, much like a mandarin. It contains no seed. Plus... they are absolutely delicious. </br> </br>You would be surprised how much nutrition is jam-packed in this little orange. Satsumas are rich in fibre, numerous minerals, and several vitamins such as A,C,B6, Niacin, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
The Big Organic Box
For our veggie lovers who love to cook! Filled with a variety of seasonal, organic fruits & vegetables, can feed a family of more than 4.
Greens - Bok Choy - Baby
A favourite in asian cooking, bok choy is an excellent green addition to any stir fry, salad mix, or as a substitute for spinach in any cooked green recipe. </br></br>Bok choy is very low in calories, carbohydrates, has no fat and supplies many vitamins and minerals, but it's especially high in vitamins C, A and K.
Beans - Green
Delicious green and yellow beans. Often steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or baked in casseroles... green beans are as versatile as vegetables get. </br></br>Found to have high levels of vitamins C and A, green beans are also full of beta-carotene and other healthy carotenoids which help out cardiovascular system.
Celery
Crunchy & colourful with the mild bitterness of the perfect celery stalk. Make some 'Ants on a Log' or chop into an egg salad sandwich. Yum-me! </br></br> Celery is rich in phytonutrients such as flavenols which have cancer fighting properties. Its fibre content is also a good aid for digestive issues.
Peas - Snow - Organic
Fresh Snow Peas make the perfect cooking pea with the flesh because it's flat & sweet. The BEST peas for a stir fry!
Pepper - Bell - Green - Organic
Bell Peppers were first discovered by Christopher Columbus who mistakenly named them a pepper expecting a spicy or hot flavour. These are sweet peppers.</br> </br> Green peppers are younger colored bell peppers. They have a mild, but unique flavor that enhances sauces, soups and stir frys.
Tomatoes - Roma
This is your sauce and salsa tomato - make your tomato sauce or soup something special. </br> </br> Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, E and K. They are also low in fat and calories and high in potassium, folate and fiber. Studies have shown that a diet rich in tomatoes can help prevent cardiovascular disease by reducing LDL Cholesterol and lowering both blood pressure and inflammation. Tomatoes contain the powerful antioxidant lycopene, which has been shown to protect against many different types of cancer most notably prostate. The lycopene in tomatoes, particularly cooked tomatoes, helps prevent and reduce the progression of prostate cancer.
Cabbage - Red
Crunchy. Red. So good. Adds wonderful colour and texture to many dishes. Essential in homemade coleslaw! </br></br> Fat-free and cholesterol-free, red cabbage is rich in vitamin C, plus offers carbohydrates, calcium, iron, protein, thiamin, riboflavin, potassium and fibre. One cup of shredded cabbage contains about 25 calories.
Onions - Shallots
Shallots are favoured for their mild onion flavour, and can be used in the same manner as onions. </br></br>Very similar to onions in nutritional value. Expect high levels of flavenoids and polyphenols from these shallots. Rather than degrade when cooked, many of these nutrients seep into the water, or oils, that the onions are cooking in.
Squash - Spaghetti - Small
This stringy squash provides a fun substitute for pasta and can be cooked in a variety of ways. </br></br>Winter squash, are high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, which are important for cancer and cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment. They also have been shown to be helpful in regulating blood sugar. They are high in vitamins and especially excellent sources of Vitamin A and C.
Potatoes - Farmers Choice - 2 lbs
This is our best selection of 2lb lotto potatoes. You could receive Red, Russets, Alaskan, Agria or others but, that is the luck of the lotto! </br></br>Potatoes as a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, potassium, manganese, and dietary fibre.
Apples - Ambrosia
Ambrosia is a sweet, low-acid apple with a heavenly aroma. Crisp in texture, its fine-grained flesh is crunchy and very juicy! </br> </br> Apples are good source of fibre and vitamin C. They are also great at regulating blood sugar and provide a great source of energy to start the day.
Melon - Watermelon - Mini
Flavourful and refreshing. Just in time for that spring time fruit salad. </br></br>A cup of watermelon will provide just under 50 calories with zero fat. They are high in vitamin C and potassium.
Citrus - Satsuma Mandarin - Bag
This is an easy peeling orange, much like a mandarin. It contains no seed. Plus... they are absolutely delicious. </br> </br>You would be surprised how much nutrition is jam-packed in this little orange. Satsumas are rich in fibre, numerous minerals, and several vitamins such as A,C,B6, Niacin, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
Berries - Blueberries - BC - 1lb - Frozen
One whole pound of frozen BC blueberries! Perfect for storing in your freezer and using to make jams, compote, or smoothies. </br></br> High in fibre, vitamin C, and considered to have one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants out of any other fruit or vegetable commonly eaten in North America.
The Little Organic Box
Perfect for smaller households! Filled with a variety of seasonal, organic fruits & vegetables, great for a family of 1-2 people.
Avocado - Hass
Avocados are also known as 'Alligator Pears'. They're great chopped in a salad, garnishing a soup, spread on toast or lightly salted. </br> </br> Avocados are a good source of folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin K, fibre, potassium, and healthy unsaturated fats. They're also a good source of cartenoids, which are good for anti-inflammation.
Greens - Kale - Black Tuscan
An excellent source of vitamin C, kale provides iron, vitamin A, calcium, magnesium, potassium, protein, carbohydrates and dietary fibre. It is a superfood monster! Packed with vitamins, minerals, flavenoids, and glucosinolates. All of these combine to create an amazing detoxifying vegetable which helps cleanse our body and keep us healthy.
Peas - Snow - Organic
Fresh Snow Peas make the perfect cooking pea with the flesh because it's flat & sweet. The BEST peas for a stir fry!
Pepper - Bell - Lotto - Organic
You will receive one red, yellow or orange pepper (occasionally we may send a green pepper if we are out of red, yellow or orange)
Zucchini
This product will come from Secrest farm for Bow Valley members, and will come from Harker's fruit ranch for everyone outside of the Bow Valley.</br> </br> Zucchini is the most well known and popular summer squash. These are nicely sized squash so you'll have lots for zucchini bread, soups, and stir fries! </br> </br> Zucchini and other summer squash are relatively lean on the nutrients since they are mainly composed of water. However, they are good sources carbohydrates, vitamin C, and do have a decent concentration of health promoting carotenoids.
Potatoes - Farmers Choice - 2 lbs
This is our best selection of 2lb lotto potatoes. You could receive Red, Russets, Alaskan, Agria or others but, that is the luck of the lotto! </br></br>Potatoes as a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, potassium, manganese, and dietary fibre.
Beets - Red - Bag
These are red beets and are rich in antioxidants and other health promoting vitamins and minerals. Try them raw, roasted, pickled, or pureed into soups. </br></br>The betalin pigments present in beets have repeatedly been shown to support activity within the body's detoxification process, activating and processing unwanted toxic substances up with small nutrient groups. Great source of folate and manganese.
Apples - Ambrosia
Ambrosia is a sweet, low-acid apple with a heavenly aroma. Crisp in texture, its fine-grained flesh is crunchy and very juicy! </br> </br> Apples are good source of fibre and vitamin C. They are also great at regulating blood sugar and provide a great source of energy to start the day.
Citrus - Satsuma Mandarin - Bag
This is an easy peeling orange, much like a mandarin. It contains no seed. Plus... they are absolutely delicious. </br> </br>You would be surprised how much nutrition is jam-packed in this little orange. Satsumas are rich in fibre, numerous minerals, and several vitamins such as A,C,B6, Niacin, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
The Organic Fruit Box
Designed for serious fruit lovers! Filled with the best of BC fruit in the summer, and organic, Fair Trade certified fruit in the winter.
Apples - Gala
Gala apples are one of the most common varieties of apple. They are a cross between the Cox Pippen, Red Delicious and Golden Delicious. </br> </br> Gala apples are a great snacking fruit as they are low in calories, high in water content and offer a fair amount of vitamins A, C and B. They also contain a dietary fiber known as pectin, which has been shown to lower cholesterol levels and help prevent heart attacks. They also contain trace amounts of boron, which has been touted for its ability to help build strong bones.
Pear - Asian
Despite having a texture similar to that of apples, Asian pears closely resemble other pear varieties in their nutritional profile. These fruits are high in fiber, low in calories and contain a number of micronutrients that are important for blood, bone and cardiovascular health. Although delicious on their own, the light sweetness and crispy texture of Asian pears makes them a unique addition to any salad or stir fry.
Persimmon - Fuyu
Fuyu persimmons have a thin reddish-orange skin and soft flesh. Best when ripe and offers a pleasant, spicy, sweet flavour and is tannin-free. Origins in Asia. Gain the benefits of the cancer-fighting, antioxidant-rich vitamins in this winter fruit. Fruit tastes best when fruit becomes soft and jelly like.
Pomegranate
What a sweet treat! The seeds are great for in granola, salads, and sauces. The fruit contains a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our health in many ways. The seeds are great for in granola, salads, and sauces. The fruit contains a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our health in many ways.
Citrus - Satsuma Mandarin - Bag
This is an easy peeling orange, much like a mandarin. It contains no seed. Plus... they are absolutely delicious. </br> </br>You would be surprised how much nutrition is jam-packed in this little orange. Satsumas are rich in fibre, numerous minerals, and several vitamins such as A,C,B6, Niacin, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
Citrus - Oranges - Navel
Juicy, sweet, and California grown, these delicious Navels are sure to impress. </br> </br> Oranges are rich in fibre, folate, and of course vitamin C which contributes heavily to oranges antioxidant protection and immune support. Feeling sick? Eat some oranges!
Citrus - Grapefruit - Star Ruby
Juicy, rich, colourful grapefruits that will sit perfect on your brunch table this weekend. </br></br>Grapefruit is rich in vitamin C, high fibre as well as other micro-nutrients, and certain phyto-chemicals. Lycopene being the main one of interest with its link to reducing chances of prostate cancer.
Bananas - Fair Trade
Fair trade and organic bananas are hard to come by, but the taste and nutrients are incomparable. </br></br> Bananas are well known for their potassium rich flesh, however they are also full of other nutrient health boosters including vitamin B, C, fiber and magnesium. They are more calorically dense than most other fruits making them a suitable and sustainable small meal. </br></br>
Kiwi - Bag
A delicious tropical treat. Great in salad, smoothies, yogurt, salsa, or in a marinade (kiwi contains enzymes that help tenderize meat). </br></br>Kiwifruit is rich in vitamin C, having ten times more than the equal weight of a lemon. Two fruits have almost twice the vitamin C of an orange and more potassium than a comparable serving of bananas. High in fibre, it also offers vitamin A, Vitamin E, calcium and iron. Credit goes to all those little black seeds, as they act much like grains, providing lots of nutrition. Kiwi has also been shown to have preventative measures with asthma sufferers.
The Little Organic Fruit Box
Created as an add-on to keep your fruit bowl stocked! Filled with a petite amount of the best of BC fruit in the summer, and organic, Fair Trade certified fruit in the winter.
$25.00 /box
Apples - Ambrosia
Ambrosia is a sweet, low-acid apple with a heavenly aroma. Crisp in texture, its fine-grained flesh is crunchy and very juicy! </br> </br> Apples are good source of fibre and vitamin C. They are also great at regulating blood sugar and provide a great source of energy to start the day.
Pears - D'Anjou
The flesh of the Anjou pear is bright, white and dense with a slightly sweet flavour with subtle notes of citrus.These pears remain green when ripe, with only a slight change in their bright green-coloured skin. Press gently against the stem end of the fruit to test for ripeness. Anjou pears ripen from the inside out. If the flesh gives slightly, the pear is ready to eat.
Pomegranate
What a sweet treat! The seeds are great for in granola, salads, and sauces. The fruit contains a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our health in many ways. The seeds are great for in granola, salads, and sauces. The fruit contains a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our health in many ways.
Melon - Cantaloupe
Cantaloupe. King of the melons. </br></br>Great source of beta carotene, vitamin C, and potassium! Kind of like nature's Gatorade... cantaloupes are fantastic at balancing our electrolytes and getting us back on track after a work out.
Citrus - Oranges - Navel
Juicy, sweet, and California grown, these delicious Navels are sure to impress. </br> </br> Oranges are rich in fibre, folate, and of course vitamin C which contributes heavily to oranges antioxidant protection and immune support. Feeling sick? Eat some oranges!
Citrus - Lemon - Eureka
Pucker up for these sour and sweet lemons. Add juice or zest to soups, dips, mayonnaise and whipped cream. Also fantastic on fish. </br></br> In addition to their unique phytonutrient properties, lemons and limes are an excellent source of vitamin C, one of the most important antioxidants in nature. Vitamin C is one of the main antioxidants found in food and the primary water-soluble antioxidant in the body. Vitamin C travels through the body neutralizing any free radicals with which it comes into contact with. Be free radical free, eat some vitamin C!
