Posts Tagged ‘seasonal produce’
Benefits of Seasonal Eating to your Health, Planet, Budget, and Local Economy
Why should you eat seasonal fruits and vegetables? Eating seasonally saves money at the grocery store. Seasonal produce tastes better and is more nutritious. You can also be more eco-friendly and support your local economy. “It’s soup season!” you exclaim as you gather up the sunscreen and pack swimming towels into the bag, getting ready…
Read MoreNutrition Facts for Lettuce and Uses for Various Salad Greens
Which type of lettuce should you use? This overview of the nutrition information, flavor, and texture of different greens will help you choose the best option for your next spring salad. There are few things better than a fresh, crisp green salad in May after a winter full of turnips, potatoes, and beets. Don’t get…
Read More5 Winter Squash to Stock up on this Fall
Watch: How to Stock up on these 5 Winter Squash this Fall Eating seasonal produce ensures you’re enjoying the tastiest, most nutritious produce available. Stock up on these squash to eat seasonally during the cold winter months… The seasons are changing, the leaves are falling – which means that summer produce will soon be gone.…
Read MoreProduce Spotlight: Summer Squash
Few vegetables say “summer” like summer squash – it’s even in the name! I’m excited to introduce you to four different varieties of Summer Squash today: Zucchini, Yellow Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Patty Pan Squash. How to Pick Summer Squash When choosing a squash, look for one without many blemishes (although you can easily salvage…
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