There’s something satisfying about plucking herbs, fruits, or veggies from your own garden and bringing them straight to the kitchen.
On Garden Day, the joy multiplies! Whether you’ve got a windowsill herb pot or a flourishing backyard patch, this is the perfect time to celebrate what the earth offers us. Garden Day is not just about admiring plants; it’s about embracing their gifts and making them part of a delicious celebration. I’ve always felt that a meal tastes better when you know exactly where the ingredients come from. There’s a certain magic in using home-grown tomatoes or snipping fresh basil just moments before cooking.
So, here’s a selection of simple, garden-inspired recipes to make your Garden Day extra special.
Recipes to try this Garden Day:
1. Garden lasagne
The perfect recipe to celebrate Garden Day, this garden lasagne recipe is easy to make, calls for simple ingredients, and is as nutritious as it is delicious!
2. Greens ginger and lemon smoothie bowl
‘Greens’ ginger and lemon smoothie bowl
3. Watermelon, cucumber and feta salad
3 simple ingredients but packs a punch of flavour!
4. Slow-roasted beetroot and butternut with caramelised pumpkin seeds
If you’re in no rush and easing into the Garden Day celebrations, this slow-roasted beetroot and butternut with caramelised pumpkin seeds are the perfect side to add to your main meat!
Slow-roasted beetroot and butternut with caramelised pumpkin seeds
5. Greek salad with phyllo triangles and tzatziki
6. Ginger beer with vodka and mint
Pick the mint you need straight from your garden for this refreshing drink recipe!
7. Martini-thyme cocktail
Have some thyme you’re dying to pick? This recipe calls for it!
8. Beetroot and ginger slushy
A mix of garden vegetables and herbs, this slushy is the ultimate garden day celebration drink!
9. Basil-infused gin martini
If you’re a huge fan of basil, like me, this recipe is a must-try! The basil-infused gin martini gives that perfect kick and is oh so fragrant!
10. Cape Gooseberry cocktail
Capture the essence of South Africa’s beloved Cape gooseberry with this refreshing cocktail, perfect for warm afternoons or garden gatherings.
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