Meatless on Monday from the Farmer's Market

We are BACK to Meatless on Monday and I am THRILLED!  Last week 100% of the meal I am sharing came from my garden or from my local farmer's market.  This week is almost 100% from the garden and farmer's market.

From my very first Meatless Monday post a year ago
According to meatlessmonday.com
"Going meatless once a week may reduce your risk of chronic preventable conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. It can also help reduce your carbon footprint and save precious resources like fresh water and fossil fuel.
Read about these benefits below. But keep in mind that just going meatless is not enough. That’s why we give you the information you need to add healthy, environmentally friendly meat-free alternatives to your diet each week. Further, if you do eat meat on other days, we strongly recommend grass-fed, hormone-free, locally-raised options whenever possible."

First we have Sunflower Sprout Salad

I used fresh, locally made Mozzarrella with homegrown Tomatoes straight from the garden.  This I garnished with Sunflower Sprouts from the farmer's market.  I  have garlic infused olive oil (1-week old) and then drizzled over my creation.  YUM!

Homegrown Tomatoes and tiny peppers

fresh Garlic and Olive Oil

Next we have grilled eggplant (from the garden) and red pepper!  I also added a few pieces of garlic from my infused oil.  YUM!  I added these delicious grilled veggies to a piece of flatbread.

For my husband who needs more protein after a good workout, I added 2 poached eggs (not pictured).

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