Pick your produce
Whatever the season, there's always produce to pick from. See what you can do with fruits and vegetable throughout the year.
Some fruits and veggies beckon from the produce aisle throughout the year. Others can come and go in just 1 or 2 months. This virtual grocer will give you an idea of when you're likely to find fresh produce at its peak*—and you'll get a tasty tip for enjoying it!
*May vary by region
Clementines
December – February
Put a few of these sweet, small citrus fruits in your child's lunch bag. Or peel, section and add to a salad.
Grapes
June – November
Chill grapes and add them to a salad. Or make a fruit kebab with clementine sections, strawberries, grapes, cantaloupe, banana and pineapple.
Mangoes
March – May
Create a mango salsa for a fresh, flavorful twist on a traditional side dish.
Peaches
June – August
Add sliced peaches to cottage cheese. Or chop and mix into pancake batter for peachy pancakes.
Pears
September – February
Poach pears—try Bosc or Bartlett—and serve with a light drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce.
Broccoli
March – May
September – November
Cut of florets, and slice the stalk into bite-size pieces. Add to a stir-fry.
Brussels sprouts
September – February
Roast Brussels sprouts, spritz with fresh lemon juice and top with grated parmesan.
Cucumbers
June – August
Make a tabbouleh salad using bulgur, chopped tomatoes, peeled and chopped cucumbers, parsley, and a spice lemon dressing.
Eggplants
June – August
Make vegetable kebabs by skewering pieces of eggplant, red bell peppers, mushrooms and onions. Before grilling, add flavor by brushing on olive oil and your favorite spices.
Sweet potatoes
September – February
Cut sweet potatoes into strips, season and bake for tasty fries that are rich in fiber and vitamins A and C.
Swiss chard
March – May
September – November
Sauté thin strips of Swiss chard in olive oil and garlic for about 5 minutes for a fresh side dish.
Turnips
September – February
Use turnips instead of potatoes in stews, soups or stir fries. Or cut a turnip into cubes and roast with other winter vegetables.
Source
- Produce for Better Health Foundation. "What Fruits & Vegetables Are in Season?" https://fruitsandveggies.org/stories/what-fruits-and-vegetables-are-in-season/.