Produce of the Month: MAY
Hello MAY!
The warm weather and blooming flowers have brightened my spirit. I hope you are taking advantage of the longer days and warmth by grilling and eating outdoors…it feels so refreshing! As you are preparing for your weekend and before heading to the grocery, take a peek at this month’s in-season produce.
Apples
Firm with no soft spots
Artichoke
Plump and compact with green, fresh-looking scales
Asparagus
Straight, tender, deep green stalks with tightly closed buds
Avocado
Firm but yields to gentle pressure
Banana
Firm with no bruises
Bell Pepper
Firm skin and no wrinkles
Broccoli
Dark green bunches
Cantaloupe
Slightly golden with light fragrant smell
Carrots
Deep orange and not cracked or wilted
Celery
Fresh, crisp branches with light green to green color
Cherries
Fresh appearing, firm
Cranberries
Firm, plump, and brightly colored
Corn
Green, tight, and fresh looking husk;
ears with tightly packed row of plump kernels
Cucumber
Firm with rich green color and no soft spots
Grapefruit
Firm, well rounded, and heavy for size, avoid puffy/rough skin
Grapes
Firm, plump, and has well colored clusters
Honeydew
Creamy yellow rounds and pleasant aroma
Lettuce
Fresh, crisp leaves without wilting
Onion
Dry and solid with no soft spots or sprouts
Orange
Firm, heavy for size, and has brightly colored skin
Pear
Yields gently to pressure at stem end
Peas
Bright green and full
Peppers
Firm with thick flesh and glossy skin
Pineapple
Slightly soft; ripe when leaves are easily removed with small tug
Spinach
Large, bright leaves, avoid coarse stems
Strawberries
Dry, firm, and bright red in color
Tomato
Plump with smooth skin and no blemishes