The Iberico Garden Roast

Tasting Notes of the Curator

This bundle is built around contrast, where slow-cooked richness meets fresh, vibrant elements. The Iberico baby back ribs offer a deeply satisfying foundation, their marbling rendering into tender, flavorful meat that carries both richness and a gentle sweetness. As they cook, their juices develop into something almost caramel-like, coating the palate with warmth and depth.

Fresh fava beans provide a soft, creamy counterpoint. Their texture is delicate yet structured, with a mild nuttiness that complements the richness of the ribs without overwhelming it. They absorb surrounding flavors, becoming a quiet but essential part of the dish.

Mini carrots introduce a natural sweetness that intensifies when cooked. Their earthy undertones ground the plate, while their tender bite adds familiarity and warmth. Heirloom cherry tomatoes bring brightness—juicy and lightly tangy, they cut through the richness and add a fresh, vibrant layer.

Coeur Corazones lettuce completes the composition with a crisp, refreshing finish. Light and tender, it offers a clean contrast that lifts the entire dish, ensuring each bite feels balanced rather than heavy.

Together, these elements create a dish that feels whole—rich yet fresh, warm yet lively.

What’s in this bundle

• Iberico Baby Back Ribs (Approx. 300–400g)
• Fresh Fava Beans (Approx. 500g)
• Mini Carrots (400g barquette)
• Mix of Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes (Approx. 250g)
• Coeur Corazones Lettuce (Gem Lettuce)

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Pairings and Suggestions

This bundle is designed for a warm, rustic dish with a fresh finish:

Roasted Iberico Ribs with Garden Vegetables

Roast ribs until tender and lightly caramelized Let them rest before serving

Cook the Vegetables

Roast or sauté mini carrots until slightly caramelized Blanch or sauté fava beans until just tender

Add the Tomatoes

Toss heirloom cherry tomatoes in at the end, fresh or lightly warmed Let their juices mingle with the pan

Fresh Lettuce Finish (Important)

Serve Coeur Corazones lettuce fresh on the side Lightly dress with olive oil and salt, or keep plain

👉 This acts as a clean, crisp counterpoint to the richness of the ribs

To Serve

Plate ribs with warm vegetables Add lettuce alongside for contrast Spoon over any pan juices

Optional additions

Olive oil or butter for finishing A splash of vinegar or citrus for added brightness

This is a dish built on contrast—rich, sweet, and fresh working together in balance.

Where Fire Meets Freshness

Cooking often begins with heat, but it is not complete without something that brings it back to balance. In many kitchens, rich, slow-cooked dishes are paired with fresh elements—not as an afterthought, but as a necessary counterpart.

Roasted meats and vegetables carry depth and warmth, shaped by time and fire. But without something crisp, something that cuts through and refreshes, that depth can become overwhelming. This is where fresh greens enter—not to compete, but to restore clarity.

The rhythm of a well-composed meal lies in this interplay. Warm and cool, soft and crisp, rich and bright. Each element exists not on its own, but in relation to the others.

This bundle reflects that balance. A dish that begins in the oven, but finds its completion in the freshness of the garden—where every bite feels grounded, yet renewed.

Storage Instructions

Keep ribs frozen depending. Thaw only when ready to cook. Store fava beans, carrots, and lettuce in the refrigerator. Keep tomatoes at room temperature for best flavor. Consume fresh produce within a few days for optimal quality.