Recipe Ideas

Shrimp Alfredo for Two Recipe

February 10, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

Shrimp Alfredo for Two (serves two)

DIETARY: pescatarian

TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes

1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp

2 large garlic cloves, minced

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

¼ teaspoon salt

12 ounces rigatoni pasta

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 shallot, minced

¼-½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

½ cup dry white wine

1 15 oz jar Alfredo sauce

Grated Parmesan

Fresh basil leaves

Combine shrimp, garlic powder, paprika, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside to marinate.
Cook pasta according to package instructions.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallots with red pepper flakes until translucent. Add shrimp and cook 1-2 minutes per side or until opaque. Deglaze with white wine.
Add alfredo sauce and cooked pasta. Heat through and serve with shredded parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Beer Cheese Dip Recipe

February 3, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

Beer Cheese Dip (makes about 3 ½ cups)

DIETARY: Vegetarian

TOTAL TIME: 30 min

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 cup lager beer

1 cup whole milk

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

3/4 teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon white pepper

8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Heat butter and pepper flakes over medium heat until butter is melted and bubbling. Add flour and whisk, cooking for 3 minutes.
Slowly add the beer while constantly whisking. When smooth, add milk and whisk smooth and well mixed.
Add Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and white pepper. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add shredded cheese and stir until melted. Serve while warm with fresh soft pretzels.

Strawberry-Banana Vegan Smoothie Recipe

January 27, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

This smoothie recipe is a plant-based twist on the classic flavor—strawberry banana! 🍓🍌

Add unsweetened cashew butter and optional protein powder for healthy fats, protein, and a rich creamy texture.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie (serves 1)

DIETARY: Plant based

TOTAL TIME: 5 minutes

1 ripe banana, peeled

¼ cup unsweetened cashew butter

½ cup oat milk

½ – ¾ cup fresh or frozen strawberries

plant-based protein powder, optional

In a blender, add banana, cashew butter, oat milk, strawberries, and protein powder, if using.
Blend at high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pour smoothie into a glass and enjoy.

Detox Salad Recipe

January 20, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

This detox salad is full of healthy veg and delicious savory flavor!

Have it as a side or add your favorite protein and grain for an easy lunch. We recommend salmon and quinoa as a combo. 😋

Detox Salad (serves 4)

DIETARY: Plant Based

TOTAL TIME: 35min

¾ pound green cabbage

½ pound broccoli florets

½ bunch dino or lacinato kale

¼ pound carrots

½ cup roasted almonds

1/3 cup sunflower seeds roasted

Maple-Tahini Dressing

1/3 cup tahini

5 tablespoons water

4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

3 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)

2 tablespoons olive oil

¾ teaspoon sea salt

Thinly slice cabbage and broccoli. Remove kale from stems and roughly chop. Peel and grate carrots. Add vegetables to a mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Pour 1/3 of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, adding more dressing as needed.
Roughly chop the roasted almonds. Top salad with almonds and sunflower seeds.

Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

January 16, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

Chimichurri sauce is versatile, vibrant, and packed full of herbed flavor!

Try it on top of white fish such as cod, haddock, or pollock for a protein-packed and nutrient dense dinner.

Check out the recipe below! 👇

Chimichurri Sauce (makes 1 cup)

DIETARY: Plant Based

TOTAL TIME: 15min plus 1 hour of resting

½ cup Italian parsley leaves from one bunch

3 large garlic cloves

1 medium jalapeño, ribs and seeds removed

½ cup olive oil

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon dried oregano

¾ teaspoon sea salt

½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Finely mince parsley, garlic, and jalapeño pepper and place in a small mixing bowl.
Stir in olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Allow sauce to rest for 1 hour to allow flavors to develop before using.

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Cranberry Apple Punch Recipe

November 7, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

Bring out the punch bowl for this delicious cranberry apple punch recipe!

Throw in some apple slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks for the perfect seasonal touch. Add an optional splash of bourbon for a warm and spicy kick!

Cranberry Apple Punch

DIETARY: Plant Based, Gluten Free

TOTAL TIME: 3 minutes (single) 12 minutes (Party Size)

Serves 1

2 ounces apple cider

¾ ounce no added sugar cranberry juice

2 ounces ginger beer

Optional 1 ounce bourbon

Garnishes: apple slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks

Single Serving:

1. Place all ingredients in a tumbler then fill with ice and stir.

2. Garnish glass with apples slices, a few cranberries and a cinnamon stick.

For a Crowd:

Serves 32 (Party Size)

64 ounces (2-32 oz bottles) apple cider

24 ounces (3 cups) no added sugar cranberry juice

67.6 ounces (4-16.9 oz bottles) ginger beer

Optional 32 ounces (4 cups) bourbon

Garnishes: apple slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks

Scale the recipe to make as many servings as desired and serve in a punch bowl. To keep it chilled, make ice cubes with apple cider, or fill a bundt pan with cider to make an ice ring. Place all ingredients in the punch bowl then float the ice ring on top. Garnish with apple slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks.

Green Chicken Chili Recipe

November 3, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

Need some inspiration for your next meal prep? This hearty green chicken chili recipe is full of savory, spicy flavor 🌶️

Green Chicken Chili (serves 4)

DIETARY: Traditional, Gluten-Free

TOTAL TIME: 45 minutes

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 small yellow onion, minced

1 large poblano pepper, chopped

1 large jalapeno pepper, minced

1 – 4 oz. can diced green chiles

2 tablespoons minced garlic

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 ½ teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 quart chicken stock

1 -15.5 oz. jar green salsa, such as salsa verde or tomatillo salsa*

1 – 15 ounce can great northern beans, drained and rinsed

1 ½ pounds pulled rotisserie chicken

Optional garnishes

Sour cream

Cilantro

Tortilla chips

Cotija cheese

Sliced avocado

Thinly sliced radishes

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, peppers, and chiles. Sauté for 3-5 minutes or until tender then add in garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add cumin, chili powder, salt, chicken stock, and salsa verde. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in chicken and beans.
Heat through and serve with toppings of your choice.

*Note that green salsa can vary wildy in their spice level. Be sure to select a salsa the fits your spice preferences.

Festive Popcorn Balls Recipe

October 23, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

Looking for the perfect Halloween party favor? These festive popcorn balls will do just the trick (or treat 😉)

Pick up some @lesserevil popcorn for a delicious Non-GMO and Organic base for your popcorn balls – on sale now through 10/28!

Festive Popcorn Balls Recipe

Makes 8

Total Time: 40 minutes

8 cups plain popcorn

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

10 ounces small marshmallows

½ cup white chocolate covered pretzels, rough chop

½ cup peanut butter pieces

Place peanut butter candy pieces and chopped pretzels on a baking sheet and set aside.
Heat marshmallows, butter, and vanilla in a large pot over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth and creamy
Fold in popcorn to coat evenly. Form mixture into balls about the size of a baseball and roll in candy.
Place on a parchment lined tray until set, approximately 30 minutes.

Maple Roasted Winter Squash Recipe

October 20, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

It’s squash season! And that means decadent maple roasted winter squash complete with crumbled feta, walnut halves, and maple syrup.

It’s perfect as a side dish for hearty cold weather meals!

Maple Roasted Winter Squash (serves 6-8)

DIETARY: Vegetarian

TOTAL TIME: 1hr

5 pounds winter squash such as kabocha or butternut, seeded and cut into 1” pieces

1 medium red onion, chopped

1/2 cup walnut halves

1/3 cup avocado oil

1/3 cup maple syrup

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)

½ cup crumbled feta

Preheat oven to 400° F. Place winter squash, red onion, and walnut halves in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the avocado oil, maple syrup, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. Pour mixture over squash and toss until well coated.
Spread squash out on two parchment-lined baking pans in a single layer. Bake for 40 minutes or until squash is tender.
Place squash in a serving vessel and sprinkle on crumbled feta.

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