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Strawberry Tops + Greens

Transform Strawberry Tops + Greens into Delicious Delights

Explore creative ways to use strawberry tops and greens for sustainable cooking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Dehydrating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Eco-Friendly
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 1 cup Strawberry Tops Fresh or dried
  • 4 cups Water For steeping
  • Sweeteners Honey or agave, optional
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 cup Strawberry Tops To infuse flavor
  • 1/2 cup Vinegar Choose mild vinegar
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Balances the vinaigrette
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Green Powder
  • 2 cups Strawberry Greens Dried for powder
  • Dehydrator or Oven For creating powder

Equipment

  • Dehydrator
  • Teapot
  • Glass Jar
  • bowl
  • Blender
  • Freezer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by rinsing the strawberry tops and greens under cold water to remove any dirt and potential pesticides. Soak them in a solution of 50% vinegar and 50% water for about 10 minutes.
  2. After soaking, rinse thoroughly again and allow to drain until they appear vibrant and clean.
Dehydration
  1. Spread strawberry tops evenly on a dehydrator tray or lined baking sheet. Dehydrate at 125°F for about 4-6 hours until crispy.
Tea
  1. Place a handful of fresh or dried strawberry tops in a teapot. Boil 4 cups of water and pour over the tops to steep for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Add sweeteners if desired; tea is ready when it turns pale pink.
Infused Vinegar
  1. Place cleaned strawberry tops in a glass jar and cover with vinegar. Seal and store in a cool, dark place for at least a week.
Vinaigrette
  1. Combine 1 part infused vinegar with 2 parts olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, whisk until emulsified.
Green Powder
  1. Spread cleaned strawberry greens thinly on a dehydrator or in an oven at 125°F. Dry for 4-6 hours, blend into a fine powder.
Freezing
  1. Spread strawberry tops on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours until solid. Store in a resealable bag.
Flavor Variations
  1. Experiment with added herbs or spices to infused vinegar for a unique twist.
Serving
  1. Serve tea in a clear glass to showcase color; drizzle vinaigrette over salads or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Maximize flavor and nutrients by dry storing strawberry tops and greens properly.

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