Mann Packing Company Inc.
Arcadian Harvest® Organic
Already an industry favorite in its conventional format, Mann’s Arcadian Harvest® Organic is now available. A combination of four European lettuce varieties, plus a mild flavor profile, Arcadian Harvest Organic offers an upscale-looking mix of textures and colors.
Washed and ready to eat, Arcadian Harvest Organic consists of fully mature, petite lettuces that are more robust than baby lettuces. Cut only once at the base, the pinking normally seen in “chopped lettuces” is eliminated.
Plus, their multi-dimensional leaves provide unmatched lift on the plate. In fact, a 1-ounce serving of Arcadian Harvest Organic equals 1.5 ounces of spring mix in terms of plate coverage.
Certified organic, Mann’s Arcadian Harvest delivers a consistent and reliable product that is available year round. An excellent alternative to organic spring mix, use it in salads, wraps and sandwiches.
ARCADIAN HARVEST® ORGANIC MEXICAN SUMMER SALAD WITH LIME DRESSING
Ingredients
1½ cups matchstick-size strips peeled jicama
¼ cup avocado oil (may substitute extra virgin olive oil)
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
5 oz Mann’s Arcadian Harvest Organic
1 large avocado, peeled, pitted, sliced
1 5-ounce package soft fresh Cotija cheese, crumbled (may substitute with goat cheese)
1 orange, peeled and segmented
½ cup pepitas, toasted
Toss first 4 ingredients in large bowl.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add avocado, orange and goat cheese; toss gently. Divide salad among plates. Sprinkle pepitas evenly over plates.
Great with tequila lime grilled chicken skewers.
Mann’s Packing
P.O. Box 690, Salinas, CA 93902
Tel: 831.422.7405
Fax: 831.422.5171
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