Eating seasonally helps you make nutrient dense, cost-efficient, sustainable meals.
Here’s how to shop for the best in-season August produce.
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While itisnt always accessible, August is peak harvest season for many growers across the country.
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(And add a sprinkle of salty cheese for an extra flavor boost.)
Dont be afraid to get creative with mixing and matching summer produce, as its hard to go wrong.
August produce to look out for: whats in season right now
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(Read: no mealy tomatoes or bland eggplants here.)
The texture is similar when picking out tomatoes, while paying extra attention to avoid any mushy spots.
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3. there is no shortage of ways to use stone fruit in the kitchen.
Instead, use your sense of smell; the fruit should smell floral and sweet.
Or, try roasting up halved radishes with sea salt for a delicious side dish.
The globes themselves should be brightly colored, smooth, and free of blemishes and cracks.
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Melons
Watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew are all mouth watering at this time of year.
These standouts dont need anything other than a simple slice and dice to shine for any meal or snack.
Watermelons wont smell like much, but honeydews and cantaloupes give off a sweet aroma once they reach ripeness.
Have a bumper crop to get through?
Makezucchini breadand freeze for a taste of summer all year-round.
Shopping tip:Look for zucchini that are small to medium-sized, meaning no longer than eight inches.
The squash should feel firm and be free of nicks and cuts.
Pro tip:reallyfresh zucchini will bare tiny hair bristles.
Boiled, steamed, or grilled, you cant go wrong with these tender, sweet stalks.
A touch of butter and salt is all you needanything else overcomplicates one of natures most perfect flavors.
If you need a recipe to make and freeze, try acorn and ginger soupfor an unexpected twist.
Shopping tip:Corn husks should be bright green, wrapped tightly, and slightly damp to the touch.
Avoid anything thats starting to yellow, go dry, or feels slimy.
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