Seasonal foods: explained

Posted by Richard Norris on

Why eat in-season foods?
1. it's cheaper
2. it tastes better
3. environmentally responsible

Popular foods, organized by season:

Spring
Fruits: apples, bananas, lemons, pineapples, strawberries
Veggies: broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, spinach, kale
Summer
Fruits: blackberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, limes, mangos, peaches
Veggies: avocados, beets, bell peppers, cucumbers, green beans 
Fall
Fruits: cranberries, grapes, kiwi, pears
Veggies: brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, peas, sweet potatoes
Winter
Fruits: apples, kiwi, grapefruit, oranges, pineapples
Veggies: beets, collard greens, pumpkin, winter squash

The USDA provides an extensive list of fruits and veggies categorized by season. If you're not sure whether something is in season, use this list as a guide.

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