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The Organic Box
We stand behind our name! Filled with a variety of seasonal, organic fruits & vegetables, perfect for a family of 2-4.
Avocado - Fair Trade
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 - Swiss Chard
These beautiful vibrant green leaves are a perfect addition to your smoothies. Green Chard also tastes delicious sauteed with vegetables. </br></br>Packed with essential nutrients, Green Chard is a great source of Vitamins A,C,E, and K. It also contains sodium and a good chunk of protein.
Reclaim Farm - Gourmet Shoot Salad
A crisp and sweet mix of pea, sunflower, popcorn and radish shoots. Great on its own or as an addition to a sandwich, wrap or salad add on.
Beans - Green - Fair Trade
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.</br> </br> Organic beans do not have the shelf like of conventional so don't wait to enjoy these. We recommend eating them within 3-4 days of receiving them
Cauliflower - Organic
An excellent alternative to broccoli, organic cauliflower has taste that is unparalleled. So good that you might not even need dip to enjoy it! </br> </br> Often steamed or boiled, try sauteeing cauliflower for a change. Adding cauliflower to a skillet helps retain the vegetables crispness, and holds in the flavour. Cauliflower is high in both fiber and vitamin C, with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also contains a fair amount of vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system.
Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are high in fibre (even more effect after steaming), glucosinolates, vitamins K and C, and an important detoxifier.
Onions - Red - 2lbs
A bag of red onions that'll sweeten up any dish and add some spice to your sandwiches and/or salads. </br></br>Red onions have a high polyphenol content, including a rich concentration of flavonoid polyphenols. Among the flavonoids, they also provide a particularly large amount of quercetin, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory benefits.
Squash - Spaghetti
A personal size spaghetti squash. A great size for everyone to get their own "bowl". </br> </br>The flesh of the spaghetti squash is bright yellow or orange. When raw, the flesh is solid and similar to other raw squash; when cooked, the flesh falls away from the fruit in ribbons or strands like spaghetti.
Parsnips
The buttery, slightly spicy, sweet flavour of cooked parsnips is reminiscent of butterscotch, honey, and subtle cardamom. </br></br>Considered to be richer in vitamins and minerals than carrots, parsnips are a very healthy addition to our diets. Very high in carbohydrates (= Energy), and dietary fibre, they are also great sources of vitamins C, K, and E. Mineral rich, parsnips are a source of copper, and potassi'yum'.
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.
Berries - Blackberries
Blackberries are commonly eaten out of hand. You can also use these versatile fruits in baked goods, salads, or to make jellies or sauces. </br> </br> Mix blackberries with apples, kiwi and strawberries to make a delicious fruit salsa you can eat with chips, use to top ice cream or other desserts or use as a condiment with meat or seafood. Blackberries are a good source of Dietary Fiber and essential vitamins and minerals. They are a perfect addition to your breakfast cereal or smoothies.
Citrus - Oranges - Cara Cara
Similar on the outside to other navels, but with a pinkish-red interior, an exceptionally sweet flavor with a tangy cranberry zing, & few to no seeds. </br></br>Cara caras are juicy, low acid, seedless navels packed with more natural nutrition and minerals to power a healthy immune system. Considered the 'Power Orange' they are an excellent source of vitamin C, A and fibre. A good source of folate and potassium, and a natural source of Lycopene, the disease-fighting antioxidant.
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 - Fair Trade
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 - Baby
Baby Kale grown in Calgary's first Aquaponic Farm. Deepwater Farm grows fresh leafy greens and raises sea bass in a closed loop vertical farm. These greens are extremely flavorful and tender and most importantly, packed with nutrients!
Greens - Lettuce - Butterleaf - AB
This particular variety has nice, thicker leaves that allows the head to hold up longer than most butter lettuce varieties.
Beans - Green - Fair Trade
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.</br> </br> Organic beans do not have the shelf like of conventional so don't wait to enjoy these. We recommend eating them within 3-4 days of receiving them
Cauliflower - Organic
An excellent alternative to broccoli, organic cauliflower has taste that is unparalleled. So good that you might not even need dip to enjoy it! </br> </br> Often steamed or boiled, try sauteeing cauliflower for a change. Adding cauliflower to a skillet helps retain the vegetables crispness, and holds in the flavour. Cauliflower is high in both fiber and vitamin C, with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also contains a fair amount of vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system.
Onions - Shallots - AB
1 lb of local shallots from Coaldale, AB. Ambition, a French red shallot this year. 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.
Garlic - Red Russian
Russian garlic has a strong garlic flavour and a warm sweet aftertaste. Not only is Garlic widely used in many dishes but it is also reported that with regular use garlic helps to reduce blood cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure. An interesting tip for all gardeners is that, like other members of the onion family, garlic is reputed to keep insects and fungal diseases at bay. By growing clumps of garlic throughout your garden you may be able to ward off some common problems like aphids.
Squash - Delicata
Considered one of the sweeter squashes, Delicata is very tasty and lends itself well to baking, roasting, and steaming. </br></br> Delicata squash is not as rich in beta-carotene as other winter squashes, but is a good source of dietary fiber and potassium, as well as smaller amounts of vitamins C and B, magnesium, and manganese.
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.
Parsnips
The buttery, slightly spicy, sweet flavour of cooked parsnips is reminiscent of butterscotch, honey, and subtle cardamom. </br></br>Considered to be richer in vitamins and minerals than carrots, parsnips are a very healthy addition to our diets. Very high in carbohydrates (= Energy), and dietary fibre, they are also great sources of vitamins C, K, and E. Mineral rich, parsnips are a source of copper, and potassi'yum'.
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.
Pears - 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.
Citrus - Oranges - Cara Cara
Similar on the outside to other navels, but with a pinkish-red interior, an exceptionally sweet flavor with a tangy cranberry zing, & few to no seeds. </br></br>Cara caras are juicy, low acid, seedless navels packed with more natural nutrition and minerals to power a healthy immune system. Considered the 'Power Orange' they are an excellent source of vitamin C, A and fibre. A good source of folate and potassium, and a natural source of Lycopene, the disease-fighting antioxidant.
Citrus - Oranges - Blood
A bag of blood oranges for your fancy. These are tasty little suckers that add exciting taste and colour to any citrus dish. </br></br>These are great for jams, marmalades, salads dressings, or on their own. They pack quite a flavour punch. Yum! Super healthy too. Huge wallops of vitamin C and anthocyanins in blood oranges, which are great helps in warding off sickness.
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.
Artichoke
Artichoke can be a tricky one to figure out but the rewards are unparalleled, and these beautiful hearts are going to be amazing! </br> </br> A great source of protein, carbs, fibre, and potassium!
Reclaim Farm - Gourmet Shoot Salad
A crisp and sweet mix of pea, sunflower, popcorn and radish shoots. Great on its own or as an addition to a sandwich, wrap or salad add on.
Peas - Sugar Snap
Snap peas are a sweet, crisp pea with edible pods that are very enjoyable raw, or cooked in stir fry. </br></br> Sugar snap peas contain many vitamins that offer benefits for the entire body. They are a source of vitamin K, which activates osteocalcin and helps keep calcium in bones. They also contain vitamin B6, another vitamin that improves bone health by reducing the buildup of molecules that can cause osteoporosis. Sugar snap peas are a source of vitamin C, a nutrient that protects DNA structures from damage and improves the immune system. Folate is also found in sugar snap peas, which helps to improve heart health.
Broccoli
Little trees that taste so good! It's broccoli, delicious all the time, but especially covered in a homemade cheese sauce.
Cauliflower - Organic
An excellent alternative to broccoli, organic cauliflower has taste that is unparalleled. So good that you might not even need dip to enjoy it! </br> </br> Often steamed or boiled, try sauteeing cauliflower for a change. Adding cauliflower to a skillet helps retain the vegetables crispness, and holds in the flavour. Cauliflower is high in both fiber and vitamin C, with a half cup of florets providing nearly half of ones daily requirement for vitamin C. It also contains a fair amount of vitamin A, folate, calcium and potassium as well as selenium, which works with Vitamin C to boost the immune system.
Onions - Yellow - 2 lbs
Onions are high in flavenoids and have strong anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and cancer fighting properties. Don't worry about onion breath, you're doing your body good!
Garlic - Red Russian
Russian garlic has a strong garlic flavour and a warm sweet aftertaste. Not only is Garlic widely used in many dishes but it is also reported that with regular use garlic helps to reduce blood cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure. An interesting tip for all gardeners is that, like other members of the onion family, garlic is reputed to keep insects and fungal diseases at bay. By growing clumps of garlic throughout your garden you may be able to ward off some common problems like aphids.
Ginger Root - Fair Trade
There is nothing better than a little bit of ginger added to your tea, smoothie, or stir-fry.
Potatoes - Agria - 5 lbs
A bag of either Red Norland or Columba. Both great potatoes for roasting, mashing or fries . </br></br>Potatoes as a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, potassium, manganese, and dietary fibre.
Carrots - Orange - 2 lbs
Certified Organic Carrots from one of the amazing Alberta farmers we work with. Avoid storing carrots near apples, which emit ethylene gas that can give carrots a bitter taste.
Beets - Red
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.
Parsnips
The buttery, slightly spicy, sweet flavour of cooked parsnips is reminiscent of butterscotch, honey, and subtle cardamom. </br></br>Considered to be richer in vitamins and minerals than carrots, parsnips are a very healthy addition to our diets. Very high in carbohydrates (= Energy), and dietary fibre, they are also great sources of vitamins C, K, and E. Mineral rich, parsnips are a source of copper, and potassi'yum'.
Pears - Anjou - Bag
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.
Melon - Honeydew
A good sized melon. A dessert-like texture that will leave you breathless. </br></br>Honeydew is a fantastic source of essential nutrients and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and copper. They're also packed with vitamins C and B.
Citrus - Oranges - Cara Cara
Similar on the outside to other navels, but with a pinkish-red interior, an exceptionally sweet flavor with a tangy cranberry zing, & few to no seeds. </br></br>Cara caras are juicy, low acid, seedless navels packed with more natural nutrition and minerals to power a healthy immune system. Considered the 'Power Orange' they are an excellent source of vitamin C, A and fibre. A good source of folate and potassium, and a natural source of Lycopene, the disease-fighting antioxidant.
Various South American Producers
Citrus - Grapefruit - Red
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.
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 - Fair Trade
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.
Corn - Organic
Delicious, crunchy and sweet corn. It can't be summer without roasted corn on the cob! </br></br>Corn can be tricky for our pickers. We do our best to make sure you get a good cob. However, we do not open every cob before sending out. Please let us know if there is any issues and we will do our best to make it right.
Greens - Swiss Chard
These beautiful vibrant green leaves are a perfect addition to your smoothies. Green Chard also tastes delicious sauteed with vegetables. </br></br>Packed with essential nutrients, Green Chard is a great source of Vitamins A,C,E, and K. It also contains sodium and a good chunk of protein.
Tomatoes - Heirloom
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C and are full of fibre. Tomatoes are noted for containing the antioxidant compound lycopene, which may help protect against prostate cancer and heart disease. Lycopene is found in higher concentration after cooking.
Broccoli
Little trees that taste so good! It's broccoli, delicious all the time, but especially covered in a homemade cheese sauce.
Squash - Delicata
Considered one of the sweeter squashes, Delicata is very tasty and lends itself well to baking, roasting, and steaming. </br></br> Delicata squash is not as rich in beta-carotene as other winter squashes, but is a good source of dietary fiber and potassium, as well as smaller amounts of vitamins C and B, magnesium, and manganese.
Zucchini
These are great for shredding and making zucchini muffins or loaves. You could also scrape out the seeds and stuff and bake (like stuffed peppers).
Radish - Red
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 - Braeburn
Unique combination of sweet and tart flavours, and known for their burst of flavour. Green background with a streaky red/orange hue. Considered to be a cross between a Granny Smith and a Lady Hamilton. Braeburn apples are rich in dietary fiber and contain vitamin A as well as a quarter of your days vitamin C needs. An average Braeburn 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
Pears - 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.
Citrus - Oranges - Blood
A bag of blood oranges for your fancy. These are tasty little suckers that add exciting taste and colour to any citrus dish. </br></br>These are great for jams, marmalades, salads dressings, or on their own. They pack quite a flavour punch. Yum! Super healthy too. Huge wallops of vitamin C and anthocyanins in blood oranges, which are great helps in warding off sickness.
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 - Granny Smith
Granny Smith apples are bright green, with white flesh, very juicy and very firm. Their flavour is pleasantly tart-sweet, with a crunchy texture. Granny Smith apples are most often used in baking preparations because of their high acidity and ability to hold their shape under cooking but can also be eaten raw.
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.
Pears - Anjou - Bag
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.
Melon - Honeydew
A good sized melon. A dessert-like texture that will leave you breathless. </br></br>Honeydew is a fantastic source of essential nutrients and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and copper. They're also packed with vitamins C and B.
Citrus - Oranges - Cara Cara
Similar on the outside to other navels, but with a pinkish-red interior, an exceptionally sweet flavor with a tangy cranberry zing, & few to no seeds. </br></br>Cara caras are juicy, low acid, seedless navels packed with more natural nutrition and minerals to power a healthy immune system. Considered the 'Power Orange' they are an excellent source of vitamin C, A and fibre. A good source of folate and potassium, and a natural source of Lycopene, the disease-fighting antioxidant.
Citrus - Oranges - Blood
A bag of blood oranges for your fancy. These are tasty little suckers that add exciting taste and colour to any citrus dish. </br></br>These are great for jams, marmalades, salads dressings, or on their own. They pack quite a flavour punch. Yum! Super healthy too. Huge wallops of vitamin C and anthocyanins in blood oranges, which are great helps in warding off sickness.
Citrus - Pomelo
The pomelo is one of the original citrus species from which the rest of cultivated citrus hybridized. The largest of the citrus fruit with a very large pith, pomelo is the parent of the grapefruit. It has a sweet and milder taste than grapefruits. </br></br> This nutritious fruit provides a source for vitamin C, vitamin A, protein, calcium, potassium, carbohydrates and dietary fibre.
Kiwi - Hayward
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.
$20.00 /box
Apples - Braeburn
Unique combination of sweet and tart flavours, and known for their burst of flavour. Green background with a streaky red/orange hue. Considered to be a cross between a Granny Smith and a Lady Hamilton. Braeburn apples are rich in dietary fiber and contain vitamin A as well as a quarter of your days vitamin C needs. An average Braeburn 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
Citrus - Oranges - Cara Cara
Similar on the outside to other navels, but with a pinkish-red interior, an exceptionally sweet flavor with a tangy cranberry zing, & few to no seeds. </br></br>Cara caras are juicy, low acid, seedless navels packed with more natural nutrition and minerals to power a healthy immune system. Considered the 'Power Orange' they are an excellent source of vitamin C, A and fibre. A good source of folate and potassium, and a natural source of Lycopene, the disease-fighting antioxidant.
Citrus - Lemons - Meyer
Meyer lemons are sweeter and more floral than traditional lemons. They make wonderful additions to salads, lemonades, or lemon tarts. </br></br>A source of carbohydrates, protein, fibre, and of course... vitamin C. These tasty little lemons are yum yum yum!
Various South American Producers
Mango - Kent
The best kept secret in the mango world. Kents have a very smooth flesh, have a small seed, and are super juicy. </br> </br> Mango fruit is rich in pre-biotic dietary fibre, vitamins, minerals, & poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds. They are a good source of healthy calories, & potassium.
Kiwi - Hayward
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.
