Recipes From The Garden
Fresh, seasonal recipes inspired by greenhouse gardening and homegrown harvests. Discover simple ways to use vegetables, herbs, and fruits grown in your garden, from vibrant salads and hearty soups to sauces, roasted vegetables, and preserved foods. These garden-to-table recipes help you make the most of your harvest while celebrating the flavor and nutrition of homegrown ingredients. Whether you're harvesting year-round from a greenhouse garden or enjoying peak-season produce, these recipes turn garden abundance into delicious meals.
Delightful Roasted Radish & Broccoli Pesto Pasta Salad
January 22, 2026
A versatile recipe that makes the most of reliable winter greens and spring vegetables like radishes and broccoli. Our nut-free pesto dressing is adaptable (try different greens or make it vegan!), and the whole dish is satisfying as a warm dinner or a refreshing chilled lunch. We’ll show you how to make the flavorful pesto, perfect roasted pepitas, and the final simple assembly. Enjoy customizing the pesto with whatever you have in your garden!
Fire Cider Recipe: A Seasonal Tonic You Can Make at Home
December 19, 2025
A flexible fire cider recipe inspired by family tradition. Made with fresh roots and pantry staples to support seasonal resilience.
Southwest Ratatouille: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish
September 19, 2025
Discover Southwest Ratatouille! This flavorful twist on a classic dish that uses green chiles and helps you enjoy abundant summer veggies. Find the recipe here!
Pickled Beets and Fig Jam Make Festive Holiday Gifts
November 25, 2024
When the fig trees started producing in our Growing Domes this summer, I rushed to dry or freeze as much as possible. I knew there would be a jam recipe this fall. It just so happened, that the green chiles were ready to harvest at the same time I found this recipe for a Serrano…
Celebrate the Harvest Season with Green Chile Recipes for Every Occasion
August 19, 2024
Come September in New Mexico and parts of Colorado, the onset of Autumn is heralded by the smell of roasting chiles in the air. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or creating a special date night dinner for two, we’ve got a green chile recipe to celebrate the harvest season. In my family, Thanksgiving or Christmas…
Garlic Chicken, Lebanese Djaj Biltoom, Fit for a Feast
July 31, 2024
This roasted Lebanese Garlic Chicken, Djaj Biltoom, with a Toum dipping sauce will be the unexpected star of your next backyard BBQ. If you’re a garlic lover, skip the chicken and go straight for the toum.
Nasturtium Recipe Collection—Our Favorite Ways to Use Them in Cooking
May 29, 2024
Looking for a nasturtium recipe? Find your fave in one convenient collection: nasturtium pesto, spring rolls, shrimp salad with pine nuts, pickled seeds
The Best Vegan Taco Meat
May 2, 2024
The best vegan taco meat starts with whole grains and fresh vegetables. Eat the rainbow with this whole food plant- based recipe. Many of these ingredients can be grown right in your own backyard!
Decadent Dairy Free Avocado Ice Cream
April 4, 2024
This dairy-free avocado ice cream is sure to satisfy your craving without the guilt! Rich coconut milk and ripe avocados create a delectable guilt free dessert.
A Unique Spin on a Mediterranean Classic: Borage Tzatziki and Gluten-Free Falafel
March 5, 2024
A unique spin on a Mediterranean classic. Borage tastes like cucumbers and adds beautiful color. Perfect for those looking for healthy meatless meal options! Serves: 8-10 Prep Time: 25 hours Cook Time: 15 minutes
The Best Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Lavender Glaze
February 6, 2024
Lemons are among the most popular fruit-bearing plants to cultivate in a Growing Dome greenhouse. Because they are available year-round at the grocery store many people associate lemons with fresh lemonade on a hot summer day. However, it may surprise you to learn that lemons are, in fact, considered a winter fruit. Their peak season, when they are most abundant and of the highest quality, typically extends from December to April.
Bananas as an Excellent Egg Substitute: The Case of Banana Pancakes
January 2, 2024
Forget eggs! Bananas are the secret ingredient to light and fluffy vegan pancakes. This easy recipe uses mashed bananas for binding and sweetness, creating pancakes that are bursting with flavor and moisture. Plus, we've thrown in some melty chocolate chips for an extra decadent touch. Serve with maple syrup and fresh banana slices for a breakfast or snack that's as good as it is good for you.
How to Make Guava Jam with Homegrown Pink Guavas
November 29, 2023
Discover the art of making delicious Guava Jam using homegrown pink guavas with our easy-to-follow recipe. Ideal for Growing Dome enthusiasts, this guide from Growing Spaces showcases how to harvest and transform pink guavas into a sweet, slightly musky jam with a hint of vanilla or tangy lime. Learn the differences between guava jam and jelly, and explore versatile ways to enjoy this tropical delight, from morning toast to guava margaritas. Our comprehensive instructions cover everything from preparing guavas to water canning, ensuring a perfect batch every time. Plus, get insights on the longevity of homemade guava jam and tips for growing guavas successfully. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned canners, this article is your ultimate guide to creating a tropical treat in any climate.
The Ultimate Roasted Green Chili Corn Cakes with Fresh Corn Salsa
September 4, 2023
A sweet and spicy roasted green chili corn cake topped with fresh corn salsa is the perfect way to kick off the start of fall.
Bean and Tomato Salad: Healthy and Easy Work-From-Home Lunch
August 4, 2023
Discover a culinary oasis in our Bean and Tomato Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for those seeking a wholesome and delicious work-from-home lunch option. This medley of crisp bush beans and plump cherry tomatoes, sourced straight from our greenhouse, will awaken your taste buds and brighten your day. Tossed with the colors of red onion, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, every bite offers a symphony of flavors and textures. Embrace the abundance of your own homegrown harvest, and elevate your lunchtime with this easy-to-make salad that is as convenient for on-the-go as it is indulgent at home. Savor the freshness and feel rejuvenated with each nourishing forkful. Embrace the deliciousness and healthfulness of a power-packed lunch you'll keep craving!
The Best Nasturtium Pesto Flatbread Pizza
July 5, 2023
We took inspiration from a dish that Angela Pferdt (@Santa_Woodz) made us during our visit. Here we have turned these mildly spicy flowers into pesto flatbreads, but the nasturtium pesto makes a great addition to pasta, salads, sandwiches, and so much more! Nasturtiums are a great plant to grow in your Growing Dome greenhouse. They…
The Best Chard and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Recipe
June 5, 2023
These Swiss Chard and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms make for an elegant and flavorful appetizer, perfect for entertaining or as a tasty addition to any gathering. Enjoy their savory and creamy combination with a touch of Swiss chard goodness!
How to Make the Best Calendula Lotion Recipe and Bug Repellent Salve
May 9, 2023
Calendula is an amazing herbal medicine that has been used for centuries. From skin healing salves and lotions to tinctures and teas this plant will quickly become a staple on your modern homestead. Plus it is easy to grow and simple to turn into everyday items! From how to make calendula oil, to making this…
The Easiest Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe: Perfect for Tacos, Salads, and More!
April 5, 2023
Whether you are growing cilantro in your garden or buying it from the store, it is one of those plants you always seem to have an abundance of. This cilantro lime sauce recipe is a great way to use up all that extra coriander. It is perfect for adding flavor to any dish. No matter if you're making tacos, burrito bowls, sandwiches, or salads, this sauce will make your meal even better. It's a creamy, blended sauce that uses cilantro, lime juice, and sour cream as the primary flavors.
How to Make Kale Taste Good: Colcannon and Kale Chips
March 2, 2023
If you are like me and do not love the taste of kale, it is a great veggie to mix into other dishes that you normally eat. Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that combines kale with, my favorite vegetable, potatoes! While Nancy’s kale chips are extremely simple to make and satisfy the need for a crunch.
Bok Choy Wonton Soup
February 10, 2023
Wontons, dumplings, pot stickers, or whatever you prefer to call them are delicious, satisfying, and fun to make. This winter we have a lot of nutritious greens, herbs, and veggies to choose from in our Growing Dome gardens. Bok choy is delicious, easy to grow, and can be used in all types of recipes from soups to salads and stir-fries.
Hearty Kitchen Sink Soup from Garden Bounty and Winter Warmth
January 9, 2023
We call this Kitchen Sink Soup because we take everything leftover from our fall & early winter Growing Dome harvests & whatever we have in the fridge to make the soup. We put everything in but the kitchen sink! The key is to have veggies, herbs, a grain or carbohydrate, and different types of alliums
Sunchoke Chips with Rosemary and Roasted Garlic Dip
December 14, 2022
Looking for a crowd pleasing unique appetizer for your holiday party? This rosemary and roasted garlic dip is sure to impress!
Vibrant Pesto Caprese Chicken
November 16, 2022
Basil Plant looking a bit sad in the cooler temperatures? This quick pesto is a great way to use it before it is too late!