Hi, I'm Weis Dietitian Emily Santanna with the Weis Healthy Bites tip of the week.
Summer is a perfect time for produce. While we can get many produce items year-round, there are a few that are at their peak in summer.
• Blueberries are perfect right now. Look for firm berries with a slight white hue, which is called bloom. Store them in their original container in the fridge and wash just before eating.
• Cantaloupe is a summer staple. Look for cream-colored ridges and a sweet aroma. Leave at room temperature to ripen then wash, cut, and store in the refrigerator.
• Who doesn’t love corn on the cob in the summer? Take advantage now and look for tightly wrapped husks with a moist stem. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Be sure to check out in-season produce for the best each season has to offer.
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