Great comments Shawn and Benjamin. It’s absolutely an interesting..and potentially controversial topic. I think keeping “eating locally” as basic, simple and authentic as possible is really the key here!

Thanks everyone for your comments! Salt’s a hot topic indeed. And I agree, we often blow certain issues/ingredients out of proportion and forget to look at the bigger picture - what we’re actually putting on our plates and in our mouths! A sprinkling of salt can do absolute wonders for fresh ingredients and should most definitely be a staple in our kitchens! Happy summer eating and lightly salting everyone!

As for veering away from “no fat” products, I’m right there with you Enid, couldn’t agree more! It’s amazing how positively our bodies respond when given real, fresh food as opposed to preservative, sugar/sweetener-laden items.

Molly, thanks for your comment, I hope you enjoy the recipe as much as I do! Sweet potato and black bean salad sounds amazing as well!
And Melissa, I agree with the ironic placement. Sometimes things are out of our control!

Dear Natalie - I hear you! It’s so easy to get bogged down by the numbers...and feel safe and comfortable with foods that you know “work” for you. I do think however, it’s a great step for you to recognize the need to branch and move away from the packaged stuff to dishes and foods that you truly enjoy! Kudos to you for testing the waters and taking charge at the farmers market. Keep up the great work!