What’s
In Season
|by Louise Goldberg
RD CSP LD CNSC
As the ground starts to thaw, gardens
are in transition with the end of Winter’s hearty produce and the beginning of
delicate Spring fruits and vegetables. The
good news is that even if you live in an
area where the thaw hasn’t started yet, you
still have access to a wide variety of crops
that are in season from somewhere within
our great country.
Oranges
Eating oranges are a great way to tell your
tastebuds Spring has arrived. They are an
excellent source of Vitamin C and fiber.
While winter is known as prime citrus season, different varieties of oranges peak at
different times and the navel orange is actually sweetest in March and April. Their
juicy fresh flavor is delicious in a simple
fruit salad or even mixed into smoothies.
Spinach
This green leafy vegetable is in season
during the cold months through early
Spring. It is very high in vitamins and
phytonutrients - the special compounds
in food that protect your eyes, fight cancer and decrease inflammation in your
body. Toss raw leaves with fresh berries, almond slices, feta cheese and raspberry vinaigrette for a quick meal or
sauté and pack into a crustless quiche.
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