Seasons of Eating Infographic

Seasons of Eating Infographic

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Spring

  • Artichokes 
  • Asparagus 
  • Carrots 
  • Chives
  • Fava Beans
  • Green Onions
  • Leeks
  • Lettuce
  • Parsnips
  • Peas
  • Radishes
  • Rhubarb
  • Swish Chard

Summer

  • Berries
  • Corn
  • Cucumbers
  • Eggplant
  • Figs
  • Garlic
  • Grapes
  • Green Beans
  • Melons
  • Peppers (sweet and hot)
  • Stone Fruit (apricots, cherries, nectarines, peaches, plums)
  • Summer Squash
  • Tomatoes
  • Zucchini

Fall

  • Apples
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Dates
  • Hard Squash (acorn, butternut, spaghetti)
  • Pears
  • Pumpkins
  • Sweet Potatoes

Winter

  • Bok Choy
  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Celery
  • Citrus Fruit (clementines, grapefruit, lemons, limes, oranges, tangerines)
  • Endive
  • Leafy Greens (collards, kale, mustard greens, spinach)
  • Root vegetables (beets, turnips)

Keep these tips in mind when using and shopping for seasonal produce:

  • Fresh foods are often less expensive during their harvest season. You may even save money by buying in bulk.
  • Shop at your local farmers market to learn more about produce and get ideas on how to prepare foods in season.
  • Gardening gives you fresh seasonal produce and a little exercise, too. The sense of pride you’ll feel will make that produce taste even better!
  • Frozen, canned and dried fruits and vegetables also can be healthy choices. Compare food labels and choose items with the lowest amounts of sodium, added sugars and saturated fat.
  • Freeze fresh produce so you can add it to smoothies, soups, breads and more throughout the year.

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