Nothing says summer like the abundance of fresh veggies and fruits you see in the produce aisles and at roadside stands and farmers markets. Take advantage of eating fresh this season and infuse your body with a bounty of more than just vitamins and minerals typically found in produce.
Freshly picked vegetables and fruit (especially those locally grown) are bursting with phytonutrients that give these summer favorites their rich hues of purple, red, orange and yellow—yes, the rainbow! The likes of carotenoids and anthocyanins give summer produce its rich colors while giving you a host of health benefits such as protection for age-and diet-related diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Check out a few of our summertime favorites!
Capture the luscious summer sweetness of fruit by freezing it now and enjoying it on a rainy day this winter! You can easily DIY this summer’s bounty following these tips.
You may have read back in 2015 how Nugget Markets started partnering with UC Davis to help reduce food waste and provide college students with fresh fruits and veggies through their Fruit & Veggie Up program. Nearly one full year later, we’re proud to say the program is still going strong and have some exciting updates to prove it!
To-ma-to, to-mah-to… However you say it, tomato season is back! Whether your harvest is too much to handle (is that even possible?), or you’re picking up farm fresh fruits from the produce aisle, we’ve got all sorts of tips, tricks and trivia for these garden variety tomatoes.
Here in California, it’s officially mango season! California-grown Keitt (pronounced keet) mangos are large, tangy sweet fruits with a hint of honey flavor. Their thin seed allows extra room for the firm, fiber-free, smooth and juicy flesh.
All about almonds? Awesome! These stellar nuts are best known for their vitamin E content, providing more than 40% of needs in just an ounce (about 23 almonds)! Studies show that almond–eaters have lower blood cholesterol levels, thanks to heart–healthy monounsaturated fats as well as phytonutrients, which scientists know keep hearts in tip-top shape.
Peter Piper may have picked a peck of pickled peppers, but we think he might have missed a few! Along with the classics like Anaheim, jalapeño, habanero and a rainbow of organic sweet bell peppers, our produce department stocks a wide variety of peppers for you to pick, including some of these sweet and spicy favorites!
With all the fresh fruit ripe for the picking (or for the purchasing), it’s the perfect time get your pie on! Whether you’re a seasoned pie-making pro or a pastry rookie, here are some expert tips to help make your summer fruit pies easy and delicious!
Interested in mastering the art of mango slicing? Take a peek at this quick video to see how it’s done!