What’s more refreshing and delicious than melon on a hot summer’s day? Branch out of the familiar watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew varieties and slice into unique, specialty melons this season! Here are some handy picking and prepping tips to help you find the perfect melon for a delicious summer treat!
At Sprouts, our sourcing practices, paired with our strong relationships with growers, are part of how we bring you the freshest and widest variety of produce. Great growers ship farm-fresh produce to our distribution centers where knowledgeable team members use specialized instruments to test for sweetness, firmness, size and weight—bringing you the most flavorful produce every season!
Jim Rash Watermelons
Since their founding in 1983, Jim Rash has been delivering the freshest watermelons direct from their farms to our stores! Jim Rash goes above what’s expected because that’s just what makes sense. Their dedication to honesty and integrity guides them through extensive reviews, trainings and testing processes to ensure the best practice for all of their delicious produce. From the time their watermelons are planted, until the time they’re packed and shipped, you can be sure that the team at Jim Rash is growing juicy, nutritious watermelons. Growing watermelons isn’t just what they do, it’s who they are!
Refreshing coolers full of herbal goodness? Yes, please!
Sip on a refreshing beverage packed with powerful herbs to support your best summer self. Herb Pharm’s line of high-quality, potent herbal extracts are easily added to a variety of beverages, so you get all the benefits in each, delicious drink! From calming lavender to digestive support from turmeric, there’s something for everyone to try.
Fresh tip:
Add a few slices of farm-fresh fruit to each beverage to enhance the flavor, color and nutrients!
Turmeric Lemon Fizz
Turmeric is a plant originating from India with deep, dark orange roots. The roots hold its powerful properties like supporting liver and digestive function.* It has a warm, peppery flavor.
Ingredients:
Ice
1/2 cup Organic lemonade
1/2 cup Sprouts Sparkling Mineral Water
0.7 ml. Herb Pharm Turmeric liquid extract, about one full dropper
How to:
Fill a glass with ice.
Add the lemonade and mineral water, then add the Turmeric extract. Stir gently and serve immediately.
Ashwagandha Apricot Cooler
Ashwagandha is a powerful herb known for its natural relaxation properties. It’s slightly bitter in flavor, so pairing it with a sweet fruit like apricot provides balance.
Ingredients:
Ice
1/4 cup Organic apricot nectar
1/2 cup Sprouts Sparkling Mineral Water
0.7 ml. Herb Pharm Ashwagandha liquid extract, about one full dropper
How to:
Fill a glass with ice.
Add the apricot nectar and mineral water, then add the Ashwagandha extract. Stir gently and serve immediately.
Blueberry Ginger Lime Soda
Ginger has a unique, spicy flavor and known for easing digestive issues.*
Ginger and lime is the ultimate flavor combination for summer!
Ingredients:
Ice
1/4 cup Organic blueberries, fresh or frozen
3/4 cup Sprouts Sparkling Mineral Water
0.7 ml. Herb Pharm ginger liquid extract, about one full dropper
1/2 Organic lime, juiced
1/2 cup Water
1/2 cup Organic sugar
How to:
Prepare the blueberry simple syrup. Combine the blueberries, water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for five minutes. Strain and cool the syrup.
Fill a glass with ice. Add 2 tablespoons of blueberry simple syrup, lime juice and Herb Pharm ginger liquid extract.
Cucumber Holy Basil Spritzer
You’ll feel cool as a cucumber with this delightful combination of Holy Basil and fresh cucumber. Holy Basil is known to support a calm, focused energy and improve concentration.*
Ingredients:
Ice
3 slices Organic cucumber
1/2 cup Sprouts Sparkling Mineral Water
0.7 ml. Herb Pharm Holy Basil liquid extract, about one full dropper
How to:
Fill a glass with ice.
Add the cucumber slices and mineral water, then add the Holy Basil extract. Stir gently and serve immediately.
Sparkling Lavender Lemonade
Lavender’s floral, aromatic flavor pairs perfectly with the sweet-tart flavor of lemonade to create this tasty drink. Lavender extract has a variety of uses like promoting a calm mood and easing motion sickness or nervousness.*
Ingredients:
Ice
1/2 cup Organic lemonade
1/2 cup Sprouts Sparkling Mineral Water
0.7 ml. Herb Pharm Lavender liquid extract, about one full dropper
How to:
Fill a glass with ice.
Add the organic lemonade and mineral water, then add the Lavender extract. Stir gently and serve immediately.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
As the weather warms up, why not cool down while sipping on a refreshing, fruit-filled mocktail? Sprouts Organic Italian Sodas make the perfect base for a variety of your favorite summertime beverages. Delectable, farm-fresh fruit to adds extra nutrients, flavor and color!
Fresh tip:
Fresh fruit is not only super tasty, it’s naturally hydrating too! Summertime is full of on-the-go activities that can have you reaching for dry, pre-packaged snacks. Instead, swap that bag of chips for juicy fruit and veggies that will not only keep you hydrated, but provide loads of good-for-you vitamins and minerals.
Summer Sangria Mocktail
Kick back, relax and enjoy all the craveable flavors of summer in one tasty mocktail!
Ingredients:
1 lb. Strawberries, quartered
1 cup Cantaloupe, diced
1 Orange, sliced in rounds
750 ml. Sprouts Organic Blood Orange Italian Soda
1 (8 oz.) can Pineapple juice
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Optional: 1 bottle Dry white wine
How to:
Combine all ingredients in a pitcher, reserving basil leaves for garnish. Stir to combine and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to overnight.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more pineapple juice or Italian soda.
Pour sangria into serving glasses, dividing fresh fruit evenly among each glass. Garnish with basil leaves and enjoy!
Strawberry, Blueberry & Citrus Spritzer
This vibrant spritzer is sure to be your new summer go-to with fresh strawberries, blueberries and Sprouts Organic Pomegranate Italian Soda.
Ingredients:
1 lb. Strawberries, quartered
1 cup Blueberries
1/2 Lemon, sliced in rounds
1 Lime, sliced in rounds
750 ml. Sprouts Organic Pomegranate Italian Soda
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Optional: 16 oz. Prosecco
How to:
Combine all ingredients in a pitcher. Stir to combine and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to overnight.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more or less Italian soda.
Pour into serving glasses, dividing fresh fruit evenly among each glass. Garnish with additional lemon rounds and enjoy!
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade
Add a delightful twist to a summertime classic with a refreshing combination of strawberries, lemon and mint.
Ingredients:
1 lb. Strawberries, quartered
1/2 Lemon, juiced
5-7 Fresh mint leaves
24 oz. Sprouts Sparkling Lemonade
How to:
Juice 1/2 a lemon into a bowl and add 5-7 mint leaves, to taste. Gently muddle together. Set aside.
Add the Sprouts Sparkling Lemonade to a pitcher along with the strawberries, muddled mint and lemon.
Dig into these decadent backyard desserts and transform your treats with a little help from your grill. Show off your cookout creations and tag @sprouts on Instagram using the hashtag #CampfireCone for a chance to be featured on our page!
Campfire Cones
The classic: Build a less messy, s’mores-inspired treat with Sprouts Coconut Cones as a base, filled with Annie’s Grahams, oat milk chocolate chips, vegan marshmallows, caramelized mixed nuts and other treats from our Bulk Department. Wrap in foil and grill until gooey!
Tasty tidbit: No heat? Spread sticky, salty-sweet peanut or almond butter from the Bulk Department inside the cone and fill with toppings of choice to hold them together.
Berry bliss: Feeling fresh? Layer your cone with coconut whipped cream and seasonal berries or your favorite fruit for a simple treat.
A creative twist on the traditional fruit crisp! Made into individual servings and cooked entirely in the smoker, these desserts are packed with fresh fruit and a crispy brown sugar oat topping.
Homemade gluten-free pound cake is finished on the grill to create crisp, caramelized edges and topped with sweet grilled pineapple and a dollop of whipped cream.
Grilled bananas foster brownies are a perfectly indulgent summer treat. This dessert comes together on the grill (in a hot skillet) and is ideal for sharing with loved ones!
Grilled watermelon pizza is a sweet and refreshing way to enjoy this fresh, summertime favorite. Top with seasonal fruit, honey and yogurt for a healthy dessert made in only 15 minutes!
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What better way to spice up your regular meals than with a flavor kick from a red hot chile pepper? At Sprouts, you can explore a range of heat-packed peppers from a mild and sweet Shishito to the extra hot Carolina Reaper. Are you up for the challenge?
As the weather warms up and the sun shines longer, why not enjoy your meals outside! There’s no need to get fancy here–we’ve gathered up four easy picnic ideas that are as tasty as they are simple. Grab a blanket, a basket and one of these delicious combinations for a relaxing meal outside.
Taste of Summer Basket
Dig into this delicious basket full of summer goodness! We have a varietey of limited time summer products for you to enjoy on your next outdoor adventure.
SUPPLIES:
Vegan Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad
Sweet Soy & Scallion “Gyoza” Pork Sausage
Sprouts Sparkling Lemonade
Pretzel Sub Buns
Taylor Farms Watermelon Chopped Salad Kit
Sprouts Burger Topping Kettle Chips
Sprouts Aloha BBQ Kettle Chips
Bulk S’mores Chocolate Bites
Bulk Piña Colada Almonds
How to:
Pack your favorite blanket and combine all of your items into an easy-to-carry basket. Enjoy!
Keto is easy when you’re prepared with a healthy, delicious meal to enjoy outdoors. Prep this the night before to grab on your way to the park, or simply enjoy in your own backyard! Ingredients provided by Natalie, at Tastes Lovely.
SUPPLIES:
Applegate Uncured Genoa Salami
Panini Del Duca Proscuitto
Old Amsterdam Premium Aged Gouda
Delallo Organic Greek Medley Pitted Olives in Brine
Parm Crisps Original
La Croix Lime
Mauro & Gianni Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Ciliegine
Sunset Organic Wild Wonders Grape Tomatoes
Driscoll’s Organic Raspberries
Lily’s Dark Chocolate Baking Chips
How to:
Combine all the ingredients into a basket or lunch box and enjoy!
Finding gluten-free food that’s picnic-friendly is easy at Sprouts! Toss these items and the produce of your choice together for an oh-so-good meal. Ingredients provided by, Jenny, at Good for You Gluten Free.
SUPPLIES:
Grain-free Tortilla Chips
Hatch Chili or Green Chili Salsa
Green Olives
Jalapeño or Hatch Chile Potato Chips
Sprouts Coconut Granola
Fresh produce of choice: Avocados, grapes, celery, etc.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine items in a to-go basket or lunch box for an easy, outdoor meal.
This picnic basket is full of all the summer flavors you crave from cherries to pasta salad. Ingredients provided by, Toni, at Plant Based on a Budget.
SUPPLIES:
Lightlife Foods Smoky Tempeh
Ciabatta Rolls
Strawberries
Cherries
Apple Strudel Bites
Prepared Pasta Salad
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prepare a delicious pasta salad ahead of time to easily create your outdoor meal the next day.
Fresh, high-quality produce is always in season at Sprouts! Put together a delectable charcuterie board to enjoy all your summer favorites … and some unique items too! Throw on your fresh produce or try grillin’ ’em up to enhance their natural sugars and flavors. Plus, produce pairs well with a variety of things like savory dips, salty meats and cheeses, roasted nuts, crispy crackers and so much more!
A Festive Board for the Fourth
Make your holiday sparkle by building your own red, white and blue board filled with a variety of sweet and savory summer eats.
Bring out the best flavors your summer melons have to offer with a gentle flame. Pair them with prosciutto, honey and feta cheese for a mouthwatering appetizer.
Delectable summer fruit tastes even better on the grill! This board is packed with berries, peaches, pineapple, watermelon and nectarines, all served with a mascarpone and maple dip.
When it comes to our French bread, we truly believe less is more! After all, it’s the simple things that taste best, and with clean, vegan-friendly ingredients, you can feel good about slicing into our French bread! We’re committed to high-quality, healthy ingredients to craft our French bread, which is always made without artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, nuts, dairy, and high-fructose corn syrup—it’s deliciously simple! Plus, our hearty French bread is made fresh every morning and again at 4pm, so get ’em while they’re hot!
We’re proud to share that each batch of our French bread is made fresh, in-store by our artisan bakers. Baking a perfect loaf of French bread requires a proper proofing and scoring process to allow for even baking throughout, giving you that golden crust and soft, pillowy center you crave!
Sustainable Goodness
Knowing where your food comes from is just as important as what’s in it. Our partnership with Gonnella Baking Company allows us to bring you and your family the best French bread that’s made with the earth and our environment in mind. Gonnella is committed to sourcing high-quality flour from local midwest farms and uses only RSPO Certified palm oil. In addition to sourcing more sustainable ingredients, they use 100% recycled, eco-friendly boxes and materials whenever possible.
French Bread Recipes You Gotta Try!
Think outside the loaf and get creative with your French bread! These recipes are full of unique and tasty ways to elevate your bread with even more goodness!
French Toast Muffins with Blueberries
French toast muffins are easily made with pantry staples and cubed French bread. They’re packed with juicy blueberries and topped with a delicious walnut streusel.
You’ll want a pizza this! Ready in only 20 minutes, Sprouts French Bread is topped with BBQ sauce, pulled pork, melty cheese and red onion for a deliciously upgraded pizza.
Serve up cheesy garlic bread goodness with this simple recipe featuring Sprouts French Bread topped with an olive tapenade, mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, garlic and butter.
Good for the Earth, good for the kiddos! Round up your little ones for these simple Earth Month DIY’s full of goodness! Packed with nutritious ingredients and fun toppings, you can easily sneak in their daily fruits and veggies with a healthy treat. From homemade bread bird feeders to Earth Day Muffins, theres a fun and tasty DIY for everyone.
Earth Day Spinach Muffins
Light, fluffy and beautifully green, spinach muffins are such a fun way to add veggies to a muffin recipe.
Celebrate Earth Day with a delicious mini dirt cake! Instant pudding, coconut whipped topping and vegan gummi worms make a perfect dessert for the kiddos.
Get crafty this Earth Month with 3 fun and kid-approved crafts like, building a bird feeder, creating egg shell seed starters and regrowing veggies in water.
Create your own sweet and spicy hot sauce with vibrant pomegranates, goji berries and fiery habenero peppers to use as a marinade or atop your favorite dish for a little kick!
Ingredients
2 Red bell peppers
2 Garlic cloves
8 Habanero peppers
1/2 cup Pickle juice brine
1 Tbsp. Sea salt
2 cups Pomegranate juice
3 Tbsp. Goji berries
How to:
Slice red peppers, discarding inner pith, seeds, and stem. Slice garlic.
Wearing gloves, remove stem and seeds of habanero peppers and roughly slice.
Add red pepper, garlic, and habanero slices to small pan along with pickle juice brine, 1 cup filtered water, and sea salt.
Cover pan, bring mixture to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes on low heat. Remove lid and set aside to cool slightly.
Add pomegranate juice to a separate pan and reduce on high for 5 minutes, or until mixture is reduced to half a cup in volume.
Add pepper mixture, remaining liquid, reduced pomegranate juice and goji berries to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Keep refrigerated for a few months.
Cork Trivet
Save your wine corks to make this simple cork trivet. It’s a perfect earth-friendly use of your leftover corks and great for keeping hot pots from scorching and marking up your countertops
You’ll need:
About 50 wine corks, all roughly the same size
Large hose clamp, 10.5-inches in size
Flat head screwdriver
How to:
Arrange the wine corks inside the hose clamp until it’s full and snug.
Use a flathead screwdriver to tighten the clamp around the center of the corks.It should feel snug and secure when finished.
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Pomegranate Habanero Hot Sauce
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